Treatment of urinary syndrome
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In nephrology, urology, there are more frequent phenomena such as urinary syndrome. This is a pathology, which is a change in the composition, color and other characteristics of urine. This can be an important diagnostic sign that points to various pathologies. It is important to be able to interpret the results correctly. In medicine, there are urinary syndromes that accompany various kidney diseases.
For treatment, compulsory hospitalization is required, since treatment requires an integrated approach, the use of complex methods, injections, physiotherapy procedures. Often used drugs that are allowed for use only in a hospital. Also, successful treatment requires constant medical and nursing control, monitoring the effectiveness of therapy using diagnostic techniques, monitoring the treatment process in dynamics. It is important to strictly adhere to bed rest, diet, strict medical therapy on schedule, a full rest.
Medications
The use of medicines should be carried out under the strict supervision of the doctor and nursing staff. It is necessary to observe the basic precautions: do not engage in self-medication, strictly follow the prescribed scheme and mode of taking medications, observe other prescriptions of the doctor. This will avoid side effects (such as the progression of the inflammatory and infectious process, glomerulonephritis, impaired renal filtration, infiltration, absorption).
In the presence of bacterial infection, it is recommended to take antibiotics. The most effective in the treatment of diseases of the genitourinary system is considered amoxiclav. This drug, which refers to broad-spectrum antibiotics, is active against both gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms. Apply 500 mg per day (1 tablet). The course of treatment is designed for three days. With insufficient effectiveness, the course of treatment can be extended up to 7 days. Or the second course after a one-week break.
If amoxiclave is not effective, or if there is a serious, neglected or progressing infection of bacterial origin, antibiotics of the fluoroquinolones group, for example, ciprofloxacin, are prescribed. It is also recommended to take 500 mg per day (1 tablet). The course of treatment is on average 5-7 days, but can be extended to 10-14 days.
During therapy, you may need uroseptics that have an antiseptic effect directly on the urinary tract. As such drugs appoint urolesan (for 15-20 drops per reception). Three times a day.
As an anesthetic, a no-shpa is prescribed, on a tablet 3-4 times a day. She e only relieves pain, but also relaxes muscles, relieves hypertonia, spasm. The course of treatment is from 10 days.
Clinical recommendations
In the treatment of urinary syndrome, it is important not just to take medication and adhere to the doctor's recommendations, but also to observe the regime of work and rest, and most importantly - to adhere to the diet. Without a diet, no treatment will be effective. You also need copious drinking and bed rest.
The diet is strictly adhered to - diet No. 7 should be followed. It implies the exclusion from the diet of all sharp, fatty foods, fried foods, as well as spices, marinades, smoked products. Food should not be acute. All alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. Carbonated drinks and water should also be excluded. Coffee and strong tea drinking is also not recommended.
The basis of the diet should be the first dishes, meat and fish broths, fruits, vegetables, preferably boiled or steamed. Fresh fruits and vegetables are also not always useful, since they can create an additional burden on the kidneys. Good effect on the urinary system boiled meat, fish (low-fat varieties). Dairy products, boiled eggs, low-fat cottage cheese, it is also recommended to include in the diet. Liquids are recommended to drink at least 2-3 liters per day.
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Vitamins
It is recommended to take vitamins in the following daily concentrations:
- Vitamin PP - 60 mg
- Vitamin A - 240 mg
- Vitamin E - 45 mg
- Vitamin C - 1000 mg
- Vitamin B - 2-15 mg
- Vitamin H - 150 μg
- Vitamin K - 360 mcg.
With urinary syndrome, it is important to take not only vitamins, but also minerals (macro and microelements), because they provide a normal metabolism and maintain optimal acid-base balance in the body. It is recommended to buy multivitamins, which include not only vitamins, but also minerals. They are optimally matched and well combined. The approximate composition and dosage is as follows:
- Calcium - 3600 mg
- Phosphorus 2400 mg
- Magnesium 1200 mg
- Potassium - 7500 mg
- Sodium - 3900 mg
- Chlorides - 4600 mg
- Iron - 27 mcg
- Zinc - 18 μg
- Iodine 0.225 mg
- Copper 1.5 μg
- Chromium - 75 μg
- Fluoride - 10 mcg.
Physiotherapeutic treatment
Physiotherapy is used as part of complex treatment, and mainly after the acute phase of exacerbation has passed. Various methods of physiotherapy are used. The main methods of treatment are ultrasound, microcurrents, waves of various lengths. Electrophoresis is used, with which drugs are injected directly into the damaged tissue. The depth of their penetration is regulated by a microcurrent. Sometimes electroprocedures are used.
A rather effective method is acupuncture, also known as acupuncture. In recent years, such methods of treatment as apitherapy, hirudotherapy have become very popular. The essence of apitherapy is the biting of bees and the provision of therapeutic effects by means of enzymes, which they let into the blood when bitten. Under hirudotherapy is the treatment with leeches. Especially often these methods are used in sanatorium treatment.
Alternative treatment
- Recipe number 1.
For oral administration, balm is recommended. As the basis, take alcohol (about 500 ml). Add in it for 20-30 grams of flowers ordinary pear, birch leaves, common hazel, and horsetail field. Insist for at least a week. Drink a tablespoon three times a day.
- Recipe number 2.
For the general strengthening of the body use balm. It is prepared on the basis of alcohol. For cooking, take 3 tablespoons of Tui needles, 10 ml of asparagus juice, about 15 grams of propolis, 2 teaspoons of licorice root powder, and 2-3 pinches of powdered bearberry leaves. Pour alcohol, insist at least a day. Drink at 50 grams per day.
- Recipe number 3.
To apply compresses on the kidneys, use a stimulating composition: 3-4 tablespoons of seeds of plantain, onion, coriander, rape and parsley, pour a liter of boiling water, cover with a lid. Insist until the broth becomes warm. Then use for compresses.
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Herbal Treatment
Melissa leaves are used as a soothing agent that removes the inflammatory process, pain, relaxes muscles, relieves spasms. Apply in the form of a decoction (2 tablespoons per glass of boiling water).
The flowers of the thicket are used as decoctions and infusions (2 tablespoons per glass of boiling water or alcohol). It removes inflammation, enhances absorption processes, renal filtration.
As a diuretic, use a decoction of two tablespoons of spring primrose (a glass of boiling water). Drink a glass in the morning and in the evening.
Homeopathy
Homeopathy is quite effective, has a minimum of side effects. But nevertheless it is necessary to accept carefully, observing precautions. Otherwise, side effects may occur. Homeopathic remedies are dangerous because they can create an additional burden on the kidneys. Therefore, the main precaution is preliminary consultation with the attending physician. It may be necessary to reduce the dosage, or drink the drug every other day. The most dangerous complication is renal failure.
- Recipe number 1. Balsam strengthening
For preparation take on a tablespoon of roots of a soap, the roots of a medicinal veronica, pubic flowers and linen ordinary, pour about 500 ml of vodka or pure alcohol, and then add half a teaspoon of ground nutmeg. All this insists at least 3-4 days, drink 50 ml per day. The course of treatment is at least 28 days (complete biochemical cycle).
- Recipe number 2. Balm rejuvenating
Take in equal shares of the roots of the comfrey, the common parasley, parsley, the root of wheat grass. Take about 2-3 tablespoons of each component, add about 20 grams of honey, pour 500 ml of alcohol, insist for at least 5 days, drink in small amounts twice a day, 28 days.
- Recipe number 3. Stimulating Balm
As a basis, take vodka or pure alcohol. Then add about a tablespoon of the following ingredients: the flowering tops of the mother -wort, the flowers of thorns and hawthorn. Stir until a uniform consistency is formed, after which it is set aside and allowed to stand for at least 24 hours. Drink 3 tablespoons 2-3 times a day.
- Recipe number 4. Balsam vitaminized
In an ordinary 500 ml of alcohol add on a tablespoon of hazel, golden rod, golden hawthorn, shandra grass, rhizome creeping rhizomes, Veronica long-leaved grass. Then 2-3 drops of essential oil are added. Drink a tablespoon twice a day.
Consider some recipes that you can prepare at home yourself for the treatment of lower urinary tract syndrome.
- Recipe number 1.
For cooking, take a tablespoon of horsetail, wild rosemary and honey honey, pour about 500 ml of red wine (for example, Cahors), and then add half a teaspoon of freshly squeezed celandine juice. All this insists at least 1-2 days, drink 50 ml per day. The course of treatment is at least 28 days (complete biochemical cycle).
- Recipe number 2.
Take in equal proportions peppermint, triple-fruited, elecampane high, calendula. Take about 2-3 tablespoons of each component, add about 20 grams of honey, 500 ml of cognac, insist for at least 5 days, drink in small amounts twice a day, 28 days.
- Recipe number 3.
As a basis, take vodka or pure alcohol. Then add about a tablespoon of the following ingredients: juice of plantain, black currant, celery odorous. Stir until a uniform consistency is formed, after which it is set aside and allowed to freeze.
The well-known in the therapy of the syndrome of hyperactive bladder itself are bath compositions, presented below.
- Recipe number 1.
To prepare a bath composition, honey is taken as a base, melted in a water bath, or on low heat until dissolved, with constant stirring. In the resulting mass, add 3 tablespoons of ground chaga, pine buds, dry yarrow and 5 grams of wormwood. All this is mixed until a uniform consistency is formed. Remove the fire, give the opportunity to freeze. Add to the bath (at the rate of approximately 3 tablespoons for a full bath - 300 liters of water). Store in a refrigerator (on the bottom shelf).
- Recipe number 2.
Approximately 100 ml of coconut oil is used as the basis for preparing the bath gel. In advance, a mixture of the following plant components is prepared in fireproof vessels: citric seed, hips, flower buds of mother-and-stepmother, chamomile flowers (approximately 2 tablespoons of each herb per 100 ml of butter). The oil is heated on low heat (not boiling). As soon as the oil has heated up sufficiently strong, but has not yet boiled, removes it from the fire, and pour in pre-prepared herbs. Stir, cover with a lid on top, insist in a dark place for 24 hours (at room temperature). After that, the oil is ready for use. It is recommended to add 2 tablespoons to a full bath. Also used for rubbing painful areas, under the compress, for wraps and oiling, as a massage oil during the massage.
- Recipe number 3.
As a basis, take a mixture of massage base oils: grape and peach seed oil, shea butter in a ratio of 1: 1: 2, add 2-3 drops of castor and camphor oil. Stirred. Two drops of the following essential oils are added to the resulting mixture: licorice nude oil, dogrose oil and dandelion oil. Stir thoroughly, use to add to the bath at a rate of 10-15 grams per bath.
Surgery
It is rarely used. Basically medicated. In the case of tissue necrosis, tumors, bladder blockage, surgery may be required. With kidney stones and ineffective therapy, stone removal may be required. Basically, in this case the planned operation is performed, to which the patient is preparing in advance. It may also require renal transplantation in the development of kidney failure, coma.