Recurrent urinary tract infection is a very common problem for females, and
especially difficult for people with PKD. Patients with the disease should seek
treatment for urinary tract infections immediately so as to prevent the
occurrence of cysts infections.
Definition
A urinary tract infection (UTI) refers to an infection that begins in the
urinary system, which includes that bladder, kidneys, ureters, and the urethra.
Without prompt treatment, the infection can cause serious consequences.
Symptoms
PKD patients who are affected by UTI may experience symptoms as
following:
▪ Burning on urination
▪ A feeling of urgency to pass urine
▪ Fever
▪ Chills
▪ Back pain
Natural remedy for UTI in PKD
1. Cranberry
Cranberry juice has been used for over one century a home remedy to prevent
and treat UTI. Study has shown that the constituents in cranberry called
proanthocyanins can prevent bacteria from adhering to the walls of the urinary
tract and the urine may wash away the germs.
2. Uva Ursi
The leaves of this evergreen bush are used to prepare herbal medicines. It
has a long history of use as a treatment for urinary conditions. A compound,
arbutin, contained in its leaves can be broken down and then excreted in the
kidneys, where it appears to have antiseptic properties.
3. Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy
This is a natural herbal remedy created by Shijiazhuang Kidney Disease
Hospital. It has remarkable curative effects in treating UTI in PKD. Chinese
medicines can function to anti-inflammation due to infection, prevent the growth
of renal cysts, shrink the cysts and restore the impaired kidney function.
