Definition:
Cystitis is a medical term used to characterize the inflammation of the bladder. Majority of the time, this inflammation is typically caused by some form of a bacterial infection, which may be commonly referred to as a urinary tract infection (UTI). This bladder infection often causes pain and discomfort and can even lead to serious health complications if infection reaches the kidneys.
Diagnosis:
The symptoms are the primary basis for diagnosis along with diagnostic tests such as urinalysis, cytoscopy and imaging tests.
Treatment:
Cystitis caused by bacterial infection is generally treated with antibiotics. Treatment for noninfectious cystitis depends on the underlying cause. Antibiotics are known to be the first treatment against bacterial infection. Individuals with recurrent UTI, a longer antibiotic treatment is often required.
Symptoms and Signs:
Cystitis symptoms would often include strong urge to always urinate, passing small amounts of urine, strong-smelling urine, pressure in the lower abdomen, low-grade fever, discomfort in the pelvic area, and blood in the urine.
Causes:
The primary cause of cystitis is an infection of the bladder that affects the urinary tract and starts to multiply. While the bladder is known to secrete antibacterial properties and urine also contains certain properties that prevent the growth of bacteria, in the case of cystitis, the risk of infection increase and multiplies into a full blown infection.
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