How Do You Prevent Pyelonephritis?
The urinary tract infection is a common, easily avoidable yet generally little understood condition. A more severe but just as preventable version of it is Pyelonephritis, an attack of the kidneys and ducts. It’s caused by bacteria-filled urine that has found its ways back into the urinary tract. It occurs to women more often than men. There are certain behaviors women can adopt to prevent contracting the disease. Limit intake of caffeinated drinks. When suffering from Pyelonephritis a woman can experience vomiting, back aches and painful urination. Fluids help to flush the bacteria that cause these symptoms out while caffeine tends to dry the body of the necessary fluids. Drink lots of fluids, particularly water and cranberry juice, to prevent bacteria from festering and multiplying. Cranberry juice has shown some ability to prevent the attachment of bacteria to the urethra and bladder. Urinate after sex to expel bacteria that may have entered the body. Be vigilant for signs that the
