Cystitis and diseases of the genitourinary system

Briefly, the genitourinary system is a union of reproductive (vagina, uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, appendages) and urinary organs (kidneys, ureters, bladder), closely related. Nature itself, for the sake of optimal work, placed them in the body next door. Therefore, it is not surprising that problems in the body "through the wall" immediately affect the other links of the chain.

With cystitis and diseases of the genitourinary system, women face 25 times more often than men. Specialists attribute this to the physiological characteristics of the structure of the female body. Kidneys better cope with their work, if you drink 1,5-2 liters of water per day.

Unlike men, the urethra is short and wide in the weaker sex, which makes it more vulnerable to infections and diseases. But cystitis and diseases of the genitourinary system can also be associated with sexual infections. Chlamydia, trichomonads, mycoplasmas and ureaplasma, multiplying in the vagina, reduce local immunity - against this background, the pathogenic flora is very simple to provoke inflammation of the bladder. That is why competent treatment should take into account both factors simultaneously.

Cystitis is also called a honeymoon illness. The second name was given for a reason: a new partner for a woman's microflora does not always please the body, besides frequent and violent sex with insufficient amount of lubricant - not uncommon, can cause irritation and weakening of local immunity.

Way up

It is necessary to leave cystitis and diseases of the genitourinary system without due attention, or engage in self-medication, as the chances of an ailment develop into a chronic process and provoke pyelonephritis (inflammation in the tissues of the kidneys) increase many times. First, the infection can be ascending, and secondly - the kidneys filter the "infected" blood, which is full of toxins from the vital activity of bacteria. By the way, pyelonephritis can be an unpleasant complication of sore throat, flu or ARVI. Therefore, if after them there is a subfebrile (slightly elevated) body temperature and there are frequent desires in the ladies' room, one should register for a consultation with the nephrologist. The culprits of frequent recurrences of cystitis and pyelonephritis can be all the same infectious gynecological diseases, chronic inflammations, "female-like" diseases or large-scale hormonal changes, for example, during puberty or menopause.

Often, with pyelonephritis , cystitis and diseases of the genitourinary system, pregnant women also face: both early and late. After all, an interesting situation reduces the protective forces on all fronts, the tone of the uterus (she used to participate in menstruation, and then - 9 months of rest!) And urinary tract. A harmful microflora such conditions only on a hand - the way "upward" is opened. In addition, in late pregnancy, the enlarged uterus squeezes the ureter, disrupting the outflow of urine, and if harmful microorganisms have already settled in the urethra, they will multiply very quickly in a not hygienic environment.

To hear from a doctor : "You have pyelonephritis," - future mothers who had previously experienced this disease or who have, for example, kidney stones, are more likely. But the primary attack of the disease occurs quite often. Unfortunately, it is not possible to cure pyelonephritis without antibiotics. For a pregnant woman, a specialist must choose less toxic drugs - there are sparing funds.

Time to collect stones

Are you complaining about insomnia, weakness, pallor and apathy? Maybe the kidneys are involved, too. These symptoms are the true companions of anemia, and the organs "beans" (kidneys) participate in the hematopoiesis and produce erythropoietin. This substance stimulates the formation of red blood cells - they carry oxygen to the cells of the body. If the kidneys can not produce enough of an important "agent", and this can happen due to neglected pyelonephritis, kidney failure develops, and with it anemia.

Back pain, colic in the side, frequent urination, unimportant appearance and fatigue, which often complain weak sex, may be a consequence of urolithiasis. Therefore, along with a visit to a gynecologist, an examination with a nephrologist every six months will never be superfluous.

Five NOT for the good of the cause:

Do not lean on salty, sweet, spicy, spicy, sour food - it can stimulate the inflammatory process.

Do not save on water. Kidneys better cope with their purifying functions, if you drink a day the prescribed rate of fluid - 1,5-2 liters. Do not freeze and do not bleed later. Subcooling weakens immune defense and can become a launching pad for the activity of opportunistic pathogens and the penetration of infections. Heat, in which, as a rule, there is increased sweating, violates the water-salt balance, and this is not the best conditions for the kidneys.

Do not delay visiting the ladies room . The complete bladder becomes less elastic, and urine in small amounts enters the urethra, creating an ideal environment for the multiplication of bacteria. Therefore, it is better to go to the toilet at the first desires. Do not sit on strict diets. Severe restrictions in food reduce the fatty layer surrounding each organ, and this may result in the omission of the kidneys. Especially if the diet is added to the active physical activity. For the same reason, it is not recommended to count the calories scrupulously for those with kidneys not in order.