Although bladder infections are usually mild conditions, they can be very painful, and if left untreated, might have serious health consequences. The form these infections take varies between men and women and according to age.

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A bladder infection is the most common kind of urinary tract infection or UTI. Along with the bladder, it is possible for the ureters, urethra, and even the kidneys to become infected. Specifically, a bladder infection occurs when bacteria have been able to grow inside the bladder.

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A person might first notice a bladder infection when they experience pain or burning during urination. For women, a bladder infection is most likely to occur as a result of bacteria from the bowel reaching the urethra and, in turn, the bladder. For men, it's most likely that the restriction of regular urine flow caused the infection – in many cases, this might be an enlarged prostate.

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Bladder infections can be treated with antibiotic medication, as well as drinking lots of fluids which help to flush out the bacteria from the bladder and the urinary tract. Eating healthily and drinking more water can also reduce the chances of the infection recurring.

Conditions

"Condition" is a general term for particular abnormal diseases that negatively affect a part or all of the body. Conditions are not due to any external injury. Therefore, a broken bone does not classify as a condition, whereas Herpes, OCD, Shingles, and Ulcers do.

Medical conditions are classified by specific symptoms and signs. While each person's experiences can vary, there are consistent signs and symptoms that doctors will look for when diagnosing their patients. We always recommend that people seek a professional diagnosis. Afterward, supplement medical advice and opinion with accurate and easy to read information.

Most people only spend an average of a couple minutes with their doctor during a checkup. Oftentimes patients don't receive the fullest explanation of their diagnosis. Easily search through the vast amount of articles that Facty Health offers for ones that address your specific needs. From there, allow us to help you with those unanswered questions.

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