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Cystitis refers to the medical condition when your bladder is inflamed, swollen and tender, or more simply put, a urinary tract infection (UTI). If you have an infected bladder, you may experience other symptoms besides pain in your lower abdomen, such as:<\/p>\n
UTIs are the most common outpatient infection in females<\/p>\n
Cystitis is a treatable condition, but it\u2019s recommended that you visit your NYC gynecologist or OBGYN specialists<\/a> becuase untreated cystitis (UTI) can lead to a worse condition that may require hospitalization. Besides suffering from increasingly worse symptoms, the infection can spread to your kidneys, where it\u2019s more difficult to treat. If you experience any of the following symptoms of an infected kidney, seek medical attention:<\/p>\n All symptoms\u00a0should be evaluated with\u00a0a thorough consultation and examination by your gynecologist for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan to exclude any underlying serious condition.<\/p>\n Often, the cause of cystitis is a bacterial infection \u2014 a urinary tract infection or UTI \u2014 that reaches your bladder. UTIs are common in women, since your vagina naturally contains a variety of bacteria and the little pipe (urethra) that connects the bladder to the outside world is much shorter than in males. Sexual intercourse, therefore, sometimes causes a UTI. But obviously, that\u2019s not the only way to get a UTI, since women who aren\u2019t sexually inactive still can suffer from an infected urinary tract.\u00a0 Bacteria can migrate from the rectum to the urethra and then to the bladder.<\/p>\n The pain and inflammation of cystitis can result from several other conditions as well, although these causes are less common:<\/p>\n Untreated or incomplete treatment of UTIs can allow the bacteria to infect the kidneys, which can be a life threatening situation<\/p>\n Cystitis can strike any woman, but there are some things you can do to reduce your risk of getting a urinary tract infection. Since a UTI is one of the primary causes of cystitis, reducing your chances of getting one also reduces your susceptibility to cystitis. At the same time, some risk factors are purely physical, such as having a shorter urethra, which shortens the distance bacteria has to go to get to your bladder.<\/p>\n The best advice is to be aware of when you might be suffering from a UTI so you can treat it promptly. Here are other risk factors for developing a UTI:<\/p>\n Since the symptoms of cystitis also can indicate other, more serious medical conditions like ovarian cysts<\/u><\/a>, it\u2019s important to see your Midtown gynecologist in NYC if you\u2019re experiencing any of the symptoms listed above. Your OBGYN can usually rule out other conditions to arrive at an accurate diagnosis. Then your treatment can begin.<\/p>\n The tests your Midtown gynecologist may order include:<\/p>\n Once your Manhattan gynecologist has confirmed a diagnosis of cystitis, the most common treatment is to put you on a course of antibiotics. The type of antibiotic and the length of time you have to take it depend on your medical history, allergies, the type of bacteria and the severity of your infection. The normal course is three to seven days, with a follow-up exam to make sure the infection has completed disappeared.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve been suffering from several UTI’s a year, tell your OBGYN. You may need a different treatment or at least a different type of antibiotic. It\u2019s also possible that your cystitis is being caused by an underlying cause that isn\u2019t being treated by the antibiotics. In this case, your gynecologist may have to run additional tests to find that underlying cause so it can be treated effectively.<\/p>\n Sometimes, you\u2019ll have blood in your urine that\u2019s not visible to the naked eye. A urine analysis test, however, can spot the blood. If this condition continues even after your antibiotic treatment, you may need to undergo further testing to determine the cause of the blood in your urine.<\/p>\n Symptoms should always be evaluated with a thorough consultation and examination by your gynecologist for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan to exclude any underlying or serious condition. \u00a0If your symptoms return after you\u2019ve finished your antibiotics, call or return to Manhattan gynecologist for a consultation and exam. You just may need a different antibiotic, or the renewed symptoms could signal a more serious problem.<\/p>\n Important Reminder:<\/b> This information is only intended to provide gynecology guidance, not definitive medical advice. Please consult ob\/gyn doctor about your specific condition. Only a trained, experienced gynecologist or certified gynecology specialist can determine an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.<\/p>\n\n
Gynecologists of Manhattan Women\u2019s Health & Wellness offer a comprehensive NYC Obstetrics & Gynecology care for women of all ages. At our OBGYNclinic of we provide a full range of gynecology services, from annual check-ups and routine pap smears to Bladder Infection treatment and GYN procedures, surgeries performed in our office or in the hospital. Our state of the art gynecology<\/a> in NYC facility is equipped with a latest OBGYN equipment.<\/div>\nWhat Causes Cystitis<\/h2>\n
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Weighing Your Risks<\/h2>\n
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Testing for and Treating Cystitis<\/h2>\n
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Complications Associated with Cystitis<\/h2>\n
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\nThe most serious complication from cystitis \u2014 and the main reason to treat it right away \u2014 is the danger of kidney infection. Called pyelonephritis, a kidney infection can permanently injure your kidneys. The longer the condition goes untreated, the worse it can become.<\/p>\nWhen to Call Your NYC OBGYN<\/h2>\n