Urinary Tract Infection & Homeopathy

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Urinary Tract Infection

I would suggest that many times there is just

inflammation at the opening (meatus) in girls and

not all the way in the bladder but all of this is

called cystitis (inflammation of the

bladder). May not be infection at all. But in

homeopathy it doesn't matter as we go by the

symptom picture and not what allopaths look at as 'the cause'.

AND if these are recurring, then it is a sign,

usually of a chronic problem and probably you

need to be seen by a classical homeopath,

although I have known cases that have had one

dose of the correct remedy and NEVER had another

urinary tract infection again, even though having

had them periodically for 10 years. Worth a try,

but if keep recurring, see a homeopath

Sheri

These are to only be guidelines in the case of

acute illness or first aid. It helps shorten

your time in looking when you are in a hurry with

an ill child. It helps you narrow down a

little. Read thru the list - if you find a

remedy that sounds like it might fit

NEVER to be used for chronic or recurring conditions.

Print out and save for quick reference!

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Urinary Tract Infection

Homeopathic remedies are often helpful during

bladder infections (cystitis), relieving

discomfort and encouraging quick recovery.

Symptoms include a frequent urge to urinate with

burning or stinging sensations, and sometimes

aching in the bladder area. Offensive-smelling,

cloudy, or discolored urine may be passed. Very

uncomfortable or long-lasting urinary tract

infections­especially those accompanied by fever,

pain in the kidney region, or other serious

symptoms­should be treated by a doctor.

For dosage information, please read the

information at the end of this section. See also

“Using Homeopathy With Professional Guidance” in What Is Homeopathy?

Aconitum apellus: This remedy is often useful

when a person feels anxious both before and

during urination, with hot, scanty urine, and a

burning or spasmodic feeling in the outlet of the

bladder. It can also be helpful if retention of

urine occurs after a person has been very cold

and chilled, or after a shaking experience.

Apis mellifica: This remedy is indicated when the

person frequently needs to urinate, but only

small quantities are passed. Stinging and burning

sensations are felt (especially with the last few

drops) and the person may also experience

soreness in the abdomen. Heat and touch make the

symptoms worse, and cold applications, cool

bathing, and open air bring relief. A lack of

thirst is another indication that Apis may be needed.

Belladonna: This remedy may be beneficial if

urging to urinate is frequent and intense, and

the bladder feels very sensitive. A cramping or

writhing sensation may be felt in the bladder

area. Small amounts of highly-colored urine pass.

(This remedy is sometimes helpful if a person

passes small amounts of blood and no serious

cause can be found on medical examination.)

Berberis vulgaris: Cystitis with twinges of

cutting pain, or a burning feeling that extends

to the urethra and its opening, may indicate a

need for this remedy. The passage may also burn

at times when no attempt at urination is being

made. After emptying the bladder, the person

feels as if some urine still remains inside.

Urging and discomfort are often worse from walking.

Borax: This remedy can be helpful for cystitis

with smarting pain in the urinary opening and

aching in the bladder, with a feeling that the

urine is retained. Children may cry or shriek,

afraid to urinate because they know the pain is

coming. Borax is often indicated for people who

are sensitive to noise and inclined toward motion sickness.

Cantharis: Strong urging to urinate­with cutting

pains that are felt before the urine passes, as

well as during and after­may indicate a need for

this remedy. Only several drops pass at a time,

with a scalding sensation. The person may feel as

if the bladder has not been emptied, still feeling a constant urge to urinate.

Chimaphila umbellata: If a person has a

troublesome urge to urinate but has to strain (or

even stand up and lean forward) to make it pass,

this remedy may be useful. A scalding sensation

may be felt while the urine flows, with a feeling of straining afterward.

Clematis: This remedy may be indicated if a

person has to urinate frequently with only a

small amount being passed. A feeling of

constriction is felt in the urinary passage, and

the flow may be interrupted, or there may be

dribbling afterward. A tingling sensation may

occur, lasting long after urination is finished.

Equisetum: If cystitis is accompanied by dull but

distressing pain and a feeling of fullness in the

bladder, even after urinating, this remedy may be

helpful. Urging and discomfort are more intense

when the bladder has recently been emptied,

improving over time as the bladder become more full.

Lycopodium: This remedy may be helpful if a

person has to urinate frequently during the night

and passes large amounts of urine. Or the person

may feel a painful urge, but has to strain to

make the urine flow. Pain may be felt in the back

before the urine passes. (If fever is present,

the urine has a reddish color, or discomfort is

felt in the kidney region, the person should see a doctor.)

Nux vomica: Irritable bladder with a constant

need to urinate, passing only small amounts,

suggests a need for this remedy. Burning or

cramping pain may be felt in the bladder area,

with an itching sensation in the urethra while

the urine passes. The person may feel very

irritable, impatient, and chilly. Symptoms may be

relieved by hot baths or other forms of warmth.

Sarsaparilla: This remedy is often useful in

cystitis and often helps when symptoms are

unclear, or if other remedies have not been

effective. Frequent urging is felt, with burning

pain at the end of urination. Urine passes when

the person is standing up, but only dribbling

occurs while sitting. Flakes or sediment are

sometimes seen in the urine. (Sarsaparilla is

sometimes helpful when stones are forming or the

kidneys are involved; however, these conditions need a doctor’s care.)

Sepia: This remedy may be helpful if a person has

to urinate frequently, with sudden urging, a

sense that urine will leak if urination is

delayed, and small amounts of involuntary urine

loss. The person may experience a bearing-down

feeling in the bladder region, or pressure above

the pubic bone. A person who needs this remedy

often feels worn-out and irritable, with cold

extremities, and a lax or sagging feeling in the pelvic area.

Staphysagria: This remedy is often indicated for

cystitis that develops in a woman after sexual

intercourse, especially if sexual activity is new

to her, or if cystitis occurs after every

occasion of having sex. Pressure may be felt in

the bladder after urinating, as if it is still

not empty. A sensation that a drop of urine is

rolling through the urethra, or a constant

burning feeling, are other indications.

Staphysagria is also useful for cystitis that

develops after illnesses with extended bed rest, or after the use of catheters.

Homeopathy Dosage Directions

Select the remedy that most closely matches the

symptoms. In conditions where self-treatment is

appropriate, unless otherwise directed by a

physician, a lower potency (6X, 6C, 12X, 12C,

30X, or 30C) should be used. In addition,

instructions for use are usually printed on the label.

Many homeopathic physicians suggest that remedies

be used as follows: Take one dose and wait for a

response. If improvement is seen, continue to

wait and let the remedy work. If improvement lags

significantly or has clearly stopped, another

dose may be taken. The frequency of dosage varies

with the condition and the individual. Sometimes

a dose may be required several times an hour;

other times a dose may be indicated several times

a day; and in some situations, one dose per day (or less) can be sufficient.

If no response is seen within a reasonable amount

of time, select a different remedy.

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Homeopathy

There have been few studies examining the

effectiveness of specific homeopathic remedies.

Professional homeopaths, however, may recommend

one or more of the following treatments for UTI

based on their knowledge and clinical experience.

Before prescribing a remedy, homeopaths take into

account a person's constitutional type. In

homeopathic terms, a person's constitution is his

or her physical, emotional, and intellectual

makeup. An experienced homeopath assesses all of

these factors when determining the most

appropriate remedy for a particular individual.

Apis mellifica ­ for stinging or burning pains

that tend to worsen at night and from warmth;

individuals for whom this remedy is appropriate

feel an intense urge to urinate, yet can only do so in drops

Aconitum ­ for early symptoms of UTI,

particularly with extremely painful urination

that is often described as a hot sensation

Berberis ­ for UTIs with burning or shooting pain

during urination that may radiate to the pelvis

and/or back; when not urinating, an aching

sensation is present in the bladder that worsens

with movement; pains may also extend to legs and abdomen

Cantharis ­ this is the most common and

considered the most effective homeopathic remedy

for UTI; this remedy is most appropriate for

individuals who are restless, experience a

burning sensation and decreased urine flow

(despite a strong desire to urinate), and have

increased sexual desire despite symptoms

Mercurius ­ for burning urination and a strong

urge to urinate; symptoms worsen at night and

tend to be accompanied by chills and sweating;

urine is dark and only small amounts pass;

burning sensation is often worse when the individual is not urinating

Nux vomica ­ for individuals who have a constant

urge to urinate; pain is described as

needle-like; urge to have a bowel movement may

accompany urinary urgency; mild, temporary relief

may be experienced from urination and warm baths;

symptoms may begin following ingestion of alcohol, coffee, drugs or overeating

Pulsatilla ­ for bladder inflammation that begins

after an individual develops a sudden chill in

hot weather; this remedy is most appropriate for

individuals with an urgent desire to urinate who

may be emotional, crave attention, and dribble

urine after laughing, coughing, sneezing, or being surprised

Sarsaparilla ­ for women who experience severe

pain at the end of urination and who,

occasionally, may feel compelled to stand to urinate

Staphysagria ­ for UTIs usually associated with

sexual intercourse or following extreme

embarrassment or humiliation, particularly from

sexual abuse; this remedy is most appropriate for

those who have an urgent desire to urinate and

have the sensation that a single drop of urine is

still present even following urination