Enterococcus faecium in vaginal infections
E. faecium is a bacteria that can contribute to or cause vaginal or urinary tract infections.
Understanding vaginal PCR testing
An explanation of PCR testing for the vaginal microbiome with a list of what is tested for, and what is excluded.
Proteus urinary tract and vulvovaginal infections
Proteus infections include urinary tract and vulvovaginal infections. Proteus may be antibiotic resistant, can develop biofilms, and can be difficult to treat, especially if left untreated for a long time.
Study: urinary acidity can affect how many UTIs you get
Your urine pH may need to be more neutral - not acidic, not alkaline - to protect against UTIs.
Should I take probiotics on an empty stomach or with food?
Ever wondered how best to take your probiotics? We discuss probiotic bacteria and stomach acid.
What CFU should the probiotics I use be?
Probiotic capsules should have as many CFUs as possible, with a properly tailored variety of bacteria and species.
Methenamine for treating a UTI
Hiprex (methenamine) is a non-drug (antibiotic) urinary antimicrobial agent that has been successful in treating and preventing urinary tract infections. Methenamine doesn't come without its issues, and the instructions must be followed carefully for best effect.
Urethritis
Urethritis simply means inflammation of the urethra, and has many causes, but the most common is a urinary tract infection. Classic symptoms include burning while you urinate, urgency and frequency.
Treating a child’s minor urinary tract infection at home
The proximity of the urethra to the anus makes it ripe for infection. Learn how to fix it.
Mycoplasma genitalium – the STI you’ve never heard of
Mycoplasma genitalium infection causes urinary tract symptoms and is not routinely checked for in all countries.
Managing a UTI or cystitis with D-Mannose
We discuss use of D-mannose to treat or manage urinary tract infections.
Quick guide to cranberry, goldenrod and bearberry for cystitis/UTIs
Herbs can work a charm on recurrent UTIs or cystitis. Learn how they work and how to safely and effectively use them.
Treating a UTI or urethritis with reflexology
Treating your UTI with reflexology isn't the most pain-free process, but it works and it can be gone in half an hour.
A review of urinary alkalisers
We take a look at the usefulness of urinary alkalisers in urinary tract infections.
Treating a UTI at home
Treating a UTI at home doesn't have to be a waste of time. Get the skinny on treatment types.
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