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Hemorrhagic Cystitis Cures

When you're suffering from hemorrhagic cystitis, your bladder is actually experiencing an inflammation. But this inflammation doesn't only cause a change in the frequency and urgency of urination; it can also trigger painful urination and even bleeding. Infection is by far the most common reason for this condition, yet it can sometimes develop due to chemotherapy, radiation therapy and catheterization. Though cystitis can often be fairly uncomfortable, it isn't usually serious. However, treatment is usually necessary to cure the condition.

  1. Antibiotics

    • If you're suffering from a bacterial form of hemorrhagic cystitis, treatment frequently relies on antibiotics to clear up the infection. Once the infection is gone, the inflammation dissipates and the bladder returns to normal, relieving its symptoms. Antibiotics are taken by mouth for upwards of a week (sometimes longer if the condition is recurrent), so make sure to continue their use until the prescription runs out. Even if you see an improvement in your condition after a couple of days, which is often the case, taking the medication for any less time can set the stage for another infection. The type of bacteria affecting the bladder dictates the type of medication used, meaning treatment will vary from person to person.

    Pain Relievers

    • When you're dealing with hemorrhagic cystitis due to medical treatments, antibiotics aren't at all helpful, since there isn't an organism causing the inflammation. In this situation, treatment entails a medication to relieve pain and inflammation, such as ibuprofen, aspirin, antidepressants, antihistamines or prescription-strength pain relievers, coupled with hydration. By elevating the amount of fluids you intake on a given day, you encourage an increased production of urine to rid the body of the chemical irritant causing the condition. After the irritant is no longer found in the bladder, inflammation subsides and symptoms disappear.

    Nerve Stimulation

    • It may also be necessary to use nerve stimulation to treat hemorrhagic cystitis, especially when no link between inflammation and stimuli can be found. Nerve stimulation is administered into either the lower back or sacral nerve to reduce any associated pain and even sometime reduce swelling within the bladder. This may be coupled with other forms of treatment.

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