URETHRITIS

Introduction

The condition of inflammation in the urethra is called urethritis. This mostly happens due to bacterial infection. In urethritis, the problem of irritation and swelling occurs in the urethra. In men, semen also comes out through this tube. Urethritis can occur at any age and the risk is higher in women than in men

Causes of Urethritis

• Trauma
• Urethral stricture
• Catheterization
• Chemical irritants
• Dehydration
• Gonorrhea
• Adenovirus
• Chlamydia trachomatis
• Mycoplasma genitalium
• Trichomonas vaginalis
• Yeast
• HSV

Symptoms of urethritis

• Burning on urination
• Anal or oral infection
• Blood in urine
• Fever and chills
• Swelling
• Discharge in women
• Bloody discharge from the penis
• Urgent need to urinate
• Yellowish discharge from the penis
• Itching or irritation around the tip of the penis
• Lower abdominal pain
• Painful sexual intercourse in women
• Frequent urination with only small amounts of urine passed on each occasion

How to diagnosed urethritis

• Examination of urethra
• Pelvic ultrasound
• Cystoscopy
• Urine test
• Complete blood test

Ayurvedic view of Urethritis

According to Ayurveda, In urethritis there is inflammation of urethra. And inflammation is called shotha in Ayurveda. It can be correlate with mutraghata. Expelling urine out is a function of the apana vayu.  So if the body’s Apana vayu disturbed, more likely it is going to affect the urination. Apana vayu vitiated due to excessive intake of spicy, fried food, indigestion, over exertion, excessive alcohol consumption, or climatic changes and due to intake of certain substances that increase the natural heat in the body. In Ayurveda Panchakarma therapies like Virechana (Purgation) or Basti (enemas) helping to balance the body’s doshas and promoting overall health

Single herbs that are recommended in Urethritis

• Punarnava
• Gokshura
• Varuna
• Guggulu
• Pashanbheda
• Vacha
• Mustak
• Khadir
• Giloy
• Amalaki
• Daruharidra
• Shilajit
• Kaash
• Darbha
• Ikshu

Diet and lifestyle management for Urethritis

• Drink more water and other liquids every day. It is the most effective way to wash out germs from the body.
• Avoid spicy dishes, strong tea and coffee, alcohol, cold drinks and chocolates.
• Juice of Punarnava and alovera is highly beneficial in this condition.
• Take in juice of Pashanbheda with powder of Gokshura in urethritis.
• Have coconut water.
• Do yoga exercise daily
• Use condom during sex

Home remedies for Urethritis

Apple cider vinegar

Take one tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and add a few drops of honey into it. Mix it in a glass of water. It helps in remove the accumulated bacteria in the urinary tract.

Garlic

Garlic kills the bacteria causing urethritis. And soothes the pain in the lower back and abdomen

Gokshura

It has anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, diuretic properties, which could potentially be beneficial for managing symptoms of urethritis

Turmeric

Turmeric has anti-inflammatory antibacterial properties. It helps to alleviate symptoms of urethritis due to its ability to reduce inflammation and fight infection. And it also reduces inflammation in the urethra.

Ayurvedic treatment from CAC

1. Gokshura Capsules:

Gokshuru capsules are pure ayurvedic medicine which is very effective in kidney disorders as it has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce the swelling of the abdomen. It also acts as diuretic which causes increased urine secretion from the body and removal of all the toxins. These capsules contain pure extract of Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris). It provides effective result in acute & chronic kidney disease, chronic renal failure, cystitis, and urethritis, nephropathy, and urinary tract infections.

Recommended Dosage: Take one capsule twice daily with normal water.

2. Kidney Care Tablet:

kidney plays an important role in keeping the whole body clean, well-fueled, strong and functioning properly. Kidney failure puts the body at risk, allowing waste to accumulate and damage the kidneys from inside. It is a good idea to do a kidney cleansing and keep a check on the health of the kidneys in your middle and old age. The toxins that buildup results in nausea or feeling sick to the stomach, lack of concentration and blood pressure changes are all symptoms of kidney failure.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water.

3. Kidney Care Churna:

The kidney care churna is prepared from herbs like Bhumiamla (Phyllanthus niruri), Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), & Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa). These herbs in combination show anti-inflammatory, diuretic, antioxidant, analgesic, etc properties. Kidney care churna keep all kidney function tests (serum creatinine, urea, sodium, potassium, chlorine, & uric acid), etc in normal range. The use of this churna reduces swelling in the body, remove kidney stones, deal with urinary tract infection, general weakness, & fatigue, etc related to kidney patients.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 teaspoonful twice daily with normal water.

4. UTI Care Tablet:

UTI Care Tablets helps to treat Urinary tract infections along with the diseases related to kidney, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra. This tablet contains pure herbal ingredients which are Yavakshar (Hordeum vulgare), kalmi Shora (Pottasium nitrate), Naushadar (Ammonium chloride), Swarna Gairik (Red ochre), etc. UTI Care Tablets are also beneficial in kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, renal colic, burning sensation or pain during micturition, and Hypertension.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.

5. Detox Premium Powder:

The powder contains all the Ayurvedic herbs which strengthen the immune system of the body and prevents the various complications by potentiating immune system. The powder includes :

Parwal Pishti – Parwal pishti is prepared from Coral calcium. It is mainly used in Pitta related disorders and helpful in bleeding disorders. This pishti relieves Ama dosha and improves the digestion power. It also improves the strength and immunity.

Shukta Pishti – It is prepared from Pearl oyster shell. Shukta pishti pacifies Pitta and Kapha dosha. It is the best ant-acid and relieves the abdominal distention. Shukta pishti reduces the rashes on the arms and legs.

Giloy Satva–Giloy satva includes water-soluble extract of Giloy/Guduchi (Tinospora Cordifolia). It balances the aggravated pitta and acts as a mild-antipyretic, antacid, and immuno-modulator. It also reduces burning sensation in the hands, feet, and body.

Kamdudha Ras–According to Ayurveda principles, Kamdudha Ras has Sheeta Virya thus it is beneficial in every Pitta Roga classified in Ayurveda. It is beneficial in the symptoms like burning sensation, restlessness, bleeding tendencies, excessive thirst, and hot flashes, vomiting with yellowish or sour water.

Akik Pishti – Akik bhasma contains Silicon Dioxide and some herbal extracts derived into in during processing with Aloe vera and Rose water. It is used in General debility, Restlessness. It works well in loss of appetite, weight loss, and feeling of excessive heat in the body.

Gandhak Rasayan – Gandhak Rasayan is a great antibacterial, antiviral ayurvedic medicine. It acts as an anti-pyretic, analgesic, & blood purifier.

Sutshekhar Ras–It is an important medicine used in Ayurveda, which acts on Pitta dosha and reduces the symptoms like nausea, vomiting, fever, headache, sour taste of mouth, restlessness, etc.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 sachet twice a day with normal water.