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How Effective is Ayurveda for Urinary Track Infections

  • Post by: Admin
  • Date: 19-01-2023

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are one of the most common types of infections that affect millions of people across the globe. The infection involves the urethra, bladder, uterus and kidneys. Women are especially prone to UTIs, compared to men.

A Urinary Tract Infection is the result of a bacterial infection or inflammation in the urinary system. 

UTIs can be managed successfully with Ayurveda therapies and practices. If you want to follow and practice the Ayurveda programme, you should schedule with qualified professionals at the School of Ayurveda, the top Ayurveda College in Kerala. 

 

Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infections


A Urinary tract infection causes the lining of the urinary tract to get inflamed which results in the following symptoms.

  • Pain on the side, abdomen or pelvic area.
  • Frequent Urination
  • Painful Urination
  • Abnormal urine colour 
  • Foul-smelling urine.

Other symptoms that may include a Urinary Tract Infection:

  • Lower back pain
  • Fatigue
  • Fever
  • Vomiting

You can see how troublesome and distressing urinary tract infections can be. If you are experiencing the symptoms listed above, do not take them lightly. Urinary tract infections must be treated as soon as possible to avoid kidney and urinary system damage.

 

Different conditions in UTIs


Urinary Tract Infections are usually caused by bacteria that enter the urethra and bladder causing infection and inflammation. Though UTI mostly affects the urethra and bladder, bacteria can travel to your uterus and infect the kidneys.

  • Urethritis 

The inflammation of  urethra.

  • Cystitis 

It is bladder inflammation that is caused by a bladder infection. Cystitis are the common type of urinary tract infection (UTI), especially in women, and it's usually more of a bother than a serious concern.

  • Pyelonephritis 

This condition is caused by an ascending urinary tract infection (UTI) that spreads from the bladder to the kidneys and their collecting systems. Fever, flank pain, nausea, vomiting, burning on urination, increased frequency, and urgency are common symptoms.

 

Management of UTIs by Ayurveda:


Ayurvedic treatment for urinary tract infection diseases includes flushing out infection with detoxification, cleaning out urinary tract blockages, and administering herbal remedies that tone the kidneys and normalise Apana Vayu functioning.

UTI is managed through a personalised prescription of diet, lifestyle, herbal medicines, and cleansing therapies known as 'Panchakarma' in Ayurvedic texts. This therapy is available from a qualified ayurvedic practitioner. If you want to learn more about the practice you can take up the Online Ayurveda course  from the School of Ayurveda and Panchakarma.

The cleansing therapies of Panchakarma lead to the reversal of ‘pitta’ ( pungent ) and excessive ‘Vata’ conditions in the Urinary Tract Systems. With this multi-pronged, whole-person approach, even severe cases of UTI have a good chance of being reversed. 

 

Panchakarma 


This is a method of cleansing the body of all unwanted waste after it has been lubricated. The number of Panchakarma is 5 (five), hence the term PANCHA (five) - KARMA (procedures). Panchakarma treatment is unique in that it includes preventive, curative, and prophylactic actions for a variety of diseases. School of Ayurveda offers Ayurveda courses in Kerala to know more the holistic practice.  To learn more about panchakarma, you can even take the Panchakarma course online.

  • Snehana: The Oral administration of medicated ghee. It is therapeutically very effective with the components being transported to the tissues of the urinary tract.
  • Swedana:  This process restores cell metabolism and removes accumulated body toxins, by inducing sweat with the help of steam.
  • Vamana: Through emesis, this therapy removes toxins from the upper part of the body, providing relief from pain and discomfort caused by UTIs.
  • Virechana:  The administration of purgative substances for the cleansing of ‘pitta’ through the lower pathways is known as Virechana.
  • Vasti: This process of medicated enema purifies the urinary tract. To maintain the pH and neurological control of the urinary bladder, herbal powder and natural medications are used in the process.
  • Uttara Basti: This method is used for chronic UTIs, which are entirely different from common vasti in terms of administration, quantity and ingredients.

 

Diet & Lifestyle


Diet and lifestyle changes can help to alleviate symptoms of UTI. To ease your discomfort, make the necessary lifestyle & dietary changes.

Diet changes

  • Intake of spicy food should be avoided.
  • Avoid caffeinated products 
  • Drink fresh lemon juice, coconut water, cranberry juice, orange juice, sugarcane juice, and pineapple juice.
  • Probiotic foods like curd and yoghurt may aid in the correction of any imbalances caused by bacterial infections.
  • Cumin spice is an excellent diuretic, cleansing the urinary tract, bladder, and kidneys, removing waste, salt, excess water, and impurities, and fighting infections.
  • Consume pink Himalayan crystal salt, rock salt, or sea salt that is easy on the kidneys and bladder.

 Lifestyle changes 

 You can usually prevent a UTI with lifestyle changes.

  • Be careful with personal hygiene as proper cleaning reduces the chances of bacterial growth. 
  • Do not hold the urge to urinate
  • Women should practice good hygiene during menstrual periods.
  • Take a warm bath or use heating pads for the abdominal area to relieve pain.
  • Cotton and loose-fitting inner wears should be preferred.

In conclusion, do not leave a urinary tract infection untreated. Seeking timely medical advice from a specialist can save you from further health complications.