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Cystitis (UTI)

Cystitis is an incredibly common type of urinary tract infection or UTI that can affect men and women.

Cystitis is inflammation in the bladder caused by a bacterial bladder infection.

While men are less prone to developing cystitis than women due to the anatomy of the male reproductive system, they can still get it.

Cystitis in men is not usually a serious or life-threatening condition, but the symptoms can be painful if not treated quickly. UTIs can require antibiotic treatment, but it's not always necessary.

Men who have unprotected anal sexual intercourse are at a slightly higher risk of contracting cystitis.

Our treatments can help to alleviate symptoms and clear up the cystitis infection quickly.

Cystitis or urinary tract infection UTI?

Cystitis and Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) can be the same thing, but not always.

UTIs affect your urinary tract. This includes your bladder (where the infection is known as cystitis), your urethra, or kidneys.

Cystitis is the inflammation of your bladder caused by a bacterial infection or noninfectious reason.

Different types of cystitis in men

There are several different types of cystitis that men can have, each with a different underlying cause:

-Bacterial cystitis - bacterial cystitis in men can be caused by a bacterial infection from bacteria introduced after unprotected anal sex.

-Interstitial cystitis - interstitial cystitis is also known as painful bladder syndrome and is the result of long term inflammation of the bladder. This type of infection is more common in women, but it does still affect men too.

-Drug induced cystitis - drug induced cystitis is the result of the remains of medication in your body, typically chemotherapy drugs, that can inflame your bladder.

-Radiation cystitis - radiation cystitis is the result of radiation therapy in your pelvic region, inflaming your bladder causing a bladder infection.

-Foreign body cystitis - foreign body cystitis is usually caused by long term reliance on a urinary catheter, which can introduce bacteria into your urinary tract.

-Chemical cystitis - chemical cystitis is the result of exposure to certain chemicals i.e. perfumed soaps or hygiene products that cause allergic reactions leading to bladder inflammation.

Common causes of urinary tract infections in men

-Bladder infection
-Kidney infection
-Prostate infection
-Catheter
-Obstruction in the urinary tract
-Conditions that weaken your immune system such as diabetes or HIV
-Chemicals in hygiene products such as talcum powder, or fragrances in bubble bath products
-Reaction to medicine
-Reaction to radiation or chemotherapy drugs

Symptoms of cystitis in men

The symptoms of cystitis is men and women aren't that different, with the notable exception of an enlarged prostate gland.

-Frequent urination but only passing a small amount of urine
-Strong and frequent urge to urinate
-Bladder pain
-Burning sensation while urinating
-Low fever, feeling unwell, weak
-Dark coloured urine
-Strong smelling urine sample
-Blood traces in your urine
-Difficulty urinating, especially if you have an enlarged prostate gland

Are there long term effects of male cystitis?

While most men won't experience long term effects of male cystitis, some might experience recurring cystitis.

How to diagnose male cystitis

Your doctor might carry out a few tests to diagnose cystitis such as:

-Urine analysis - your doctor will require a urine specimen to send to a lab to do a urine test of your urine culture and look to identify what kind of bacteria are causing your bladder infections.

-Cystoscopy - this involves inserting a long thin tube with a tiny camera attached up your urethra to look at your bladder. This helps the doctor look at your bladder wall and check for signs of inflammation or infection. If you have cystitis frequently, they may take a tissue sample.

-Imaging - if you have cystitis symptoms but you don't have an infection, your doctor might require further tests to check for any structures or growths around your bladder.

Best way to treat cystitis or a bladder infection in men

In many cases, cystitis will clear up on its own. But if you have a repeat infection, or it isn't going away, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics to ease symptoms. You can also purchase over the counter medicines to help too.

Home remedies for treating cystitis symptoms

There are a few home remedies that can help relieve symptoms of cystitis such as:

-Taking NSAIDs such as ibuprofen to reduce pain and inflammation
-Drink 100% cranberry juice
-Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water
-Avoid alcohol
-Urinate whenever you feel the need to go

Complications of untreated urinary tract infections

If left untreated, cystitis can cause a kidney infection, which can be serious and require antibiotics.

If that isn't treated quickly, if can cause permanent damage to the kidneys, reducing kidney function.

In people who already have reduced function in their kidneys, it can increase the risk of kidney failure.

How to prevent cystitis

-Stay hydrated by drinking at least two litres of water a day.
-Urinate whenever you feel the urge to go, don't hold it in.
-When you wash your genital area, just use warm water. If you need to use soap, make sure it's gentle and unscented.
-Don't use fragrances on your penis.

Why Shop With Pharmacy Online?

At Pharmacy Online, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality cystitis medicines at affordable prices. Our highly trained team of experienced pharmacists are constantly striving to improve our service to our valued customers.

Whether you're looking for prescription cystitis medicines, or over-the-counter products, or simply medical information about cystitis, you can count on us for fast, efficient service at unbeatable prices.

If you require prescription cystitis treatment, look no further than Pharmacy Online – we have everything you need to control symptoms and help you feel better fast!

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At our online pharmacy, we understand that getting the medical treatment you need should be quick and easy. So we offer a simple medical assessment that you can complete in just a few minutes.

By answering a few questions about your health and medications, our healthcare professionals can ensure that you're getting the right treatment for your cystitis.

Our assessment is online allowing you to fill it out from the comfort of your own home, and we'll send your cystitis medicine straight to your door. 

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Causes

The leading causes of cystitis in men include:

  • Damage or irritation to the urethra, usually during sexual activity
  • Not emptying your bladder properly
  • Transfer of bacteria during sex

Treatments

Cystitis is typically self-limiting, and symptoms can pass within a few days. Drinking plenty of fluids and taking painkillers can help to relieve symptoms. However, if symptoms do not clear on their own, antibiotics can be given to help treat the infection.

We are able to offer treatment for cystitis here at Pharmacy Online, so please get in contact with us, should you have any questions when ordering your antibiotics.

Symptoms

Symptoms are generally mild, however, can be quite uncomfortable. These usually include:

  • Dark or cloudy urine
  • Pain in the bladder
  • Pain or stinging when urinating
  • An urge to urinate frequently
  • Traces of blood in the urine

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