Urinary Bladder Infections (UTIs):
Over-Catherizations
Catheters: An Increased UTI Risk
Over-catherization has become a major medical problem. This website is intended to
allow you - a bladder infection sufferer - to become an informed patient who can manage
his or her own care, ask the right questions, insist on adequate management and information,
and seek an optimal outcome for himself or herself.
Perhaps it will even help the health professionals who are
giving care - urologists, gynecologists - to better understand and,
hopefully, incorporate into their practice the natural approach to
urinary tract infection (UTI) - its prevention and safe, drug-free treatment.
Nearly 1 out of every 3 patients undergoing catheterization
doesn't need it!
In addition, once inserted, the devices often remain too long because
doctors either forget or don't know they are there.
That much of this over-catheterization may be due to the fact
that it makes the jobs of hospital staff easier.
Prolonged catheter use can lead to
- painful urinary tract infections (UTIs) and
- longer hospital stays.
25 percent of all hospitalized patients will receive a catheter at some
point in their stay. And almost 30 percent of the time, doctors will
forget or never know which of their patients still have a catheter
inserted.
Catheters are considered necessary when a patient is
- bed-ridden
- incontinent or unable to control urine flow
- in post-operative recovery.
Other cases include:
- a bladder obstruction such as an enlarged prostrate (BPH), or
- the need to observe the urine levels.
Silver Alloy Catheters
Every day a catheter is left in, a patient has a 5 percent chance of
developing a urinary tract infection (UTI), as bacteria from the
patient's genital area migrate up the outside of the catheter and
infect the otherwise sterile bladder. Occasionally, this infection
spreads to the bloodstream.
The incidence of UTIs is reduced, however, if silver alloy catheters
are used.
Usually treated with antibiotics, these infections have the potential
to lengthen hospital stays and cause more serious side effects that
can be life threatening.
Do I Still Need the Catheter?
Researchers are calling for a mandatory "stop-order" on all hospital
catheterizations after 48 hours, with a daily review thereafter.
Patients or their family members should simply keep asking the doctor
every day: "Do I still need the catheter?"
Even doctors admit that patients should become more proactive and
"engaged" with health-care professionals about what is being done to
them.
Definitely, catheters can be monitored by patiens without trusting the
nurses or doctors to watch this. Catheter are one simple thing that oftern
leads to an increased risk of complications secondary to the hospital stay.
D-Mannose for Prevention of Catheter-Induced UTIs
D-mannose, a simple sugar and close cousin of glucose, can prevent
and cure more than 90 percent of all bladder infections within 1 to 2 days in
catheterized non-catheterized patients.
Even more remarkably, D-mannose accomplishes this feat without
killing a single bacterium! (Exactly how does this it will be explained later).
Suffice it to say that, because it gets rid of bladder infection-causing bacteria
without committing "bactericide," people who use it suffer none of the unwanted
side effects usually associated with antibiotics:
- no gastrointestinal (GI) problems,
- no yeast infections, and
- no antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
In fact, D-mannose has no adverse side effects of any kind.
It Tastes Good!
As a bonus, D-mannose actually tastes good. Where a "spoonful of
sugar" helped the medicine go down in Mary Poppin's day, with
D-mannose, a spoonful of sugar IS the medicine.
As Effective As Antibiotics
Although D-mannose is virtually unknown to practitioners of
conventional medicine, many research reports have demonstrated its mode
of action and effectiveness against E. coli, the microorganism that
causes most urinary bladder infections.
Moreover, several years of clinical experience have shown that it is
just about as effective at curing bladder infections as antibiotic
drugs.
Too Good to Be True?
At first glance, D-mannose may sound too good to be true: a
"medicine" that's highly effective, perfectly safe, pleasant to use,
inexpensive, and available without a doctor's prescription.
Yet, it is true!
Unlike virtually any conventional medication, and many natural or
"alternative" treatments as well, D-mannose has no known drawbacks.
E. Coli Bacterial Infections
Bladder infection is a bacterial infection (caused by the bacteria E.
coli over 90 percent of the time) that affects the inside lining tissue
of the urinary system (or tract).
The urinary tract reacts to a bacterial infection in much the same way
that the upper respiratory system reacts to a cold virus. The tissues
become:
- inflamed,
- irritated, and
- swollen.
Swollen and inflamed urinary ducts can partially obstruct normal flow,
making it painful and difficult to pass urine.
Built-In Safeguards
Ordinarily, the urinary system is hostile territory for bacteria, viruses, or any
other microorganisms (detrimental bacteria).
Bugs that do make their way into a healthy urinary tract are likely to
find an inhospitable acidic environment (pH <5.5).
Bugs are also subject to attack by the body's immune defenses. (Adult
men have the added protection of a specific bacterial growth inhibitor
squirted directly into the urinary system by their prostate gland.)
Even if harmful microorganisms manage to overcome these considerable
obstacles, they would typically be flushed out with the normal flow of urine.
So effective are these natural antibacterial defenses that in a study in
which bacteria were instilled directly into the bladders of guinea
pigs, simple urination expelled 99.9 percent of the detrimental bugs.
Despite all these built-in safeguards; each year millions of people,
overwhelmingly women, still develop urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Infection of the Urethra: Urethritis
Most bladder infections begin when bacteria originating in the bowels
travel to and grow in the urethra. Infections limited to the urethra
are known as "urethritis."
Infection of the Bladder: Cystitis
When bacteria travel upstream to the bladder, the infection is called
"cystitis."
Infection of the Kidneys: Nephritis
Infections that reach the kidneys are known as "nephritis" or
"pyelonephritis."
The E. coli that cause most bladder infections are among the most
common friendly bacteria in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, where they
aid digestion, produce a few vitamins, and in general, behave
themselves without bothering us.
E. coli: Potentially Pathogenic Bacteria
However, when E. coli and other bugs exit the lower GI tract, they may
gain entry to the urinary tract via the urethra, where they may attach
to the internal lining of the bladder, multiply, and spread.
Other Pathogenic Bacteria
Although up to 90 percent of bladder infections are caused by E. coli,
the remaining 10 percent are caused by other detrimental bacteria, such as
- Chlamydia
- Mycoplasma
- Neisseria gonorrhea
- and others.
Unlike E. coli, these harmful bugs tend to be transmitted via sexual
contact and rarely cause the more serious bladder and kidney infections.
PLEASE NOTE: Chlamydia, Mycoplasma and N. gonorrhea infections do not
respond to D-mannose treatment and and will probably require
antibiotic treatment.
Non-E. Coli Bladder Infections
In addition, a few bladder infections are caused by other bacteria,
such as Proteus or Staphylococcus ("Staph"). In this case, a powerful
and effective antibacterial agent can be used against these pathogenic
microorganisms, namely Pure Essential Oil of Wild Oregano. As a
matter of fact, Oregano itself is also effective against E. Coli.
Still, all of these non-E. coli infections combined amount to no more
than 10 percent of all bladder infections.
UTI Uribiotic Unisex Formula:
All-Natural Antibiotic
Over the years, at Full of Health, we have learned that bladder infection can be
addressed naturally. With the help of antibacterial herbs, it is possible to:
- disinfect your urinary tract
- get through your bladder infection, and
- control and/or prevent acute and recurrent (chronic) bladder infections.
We offer a safe and effective herbal remedy - a synergistic
blend of nineteen (19) antibacterial and anti-inflammatory herbs - thoroughly researched
and put to the test as a prevention and treatment for both women and men suffering from
acute and/or chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs).
It is so embarrassing having consult your doctor for the same reason (another
infection!) and need to take another round of antibiotics.
The truth is, however, that bladder infections CAN be successully remedied and
prevented - without prescription medications.
UTI Uribiotic® Unisex Formula
Proprietary Blend of 19 Herbs and Phytonutrients
Clinically Formulated
Serving Size: 2 Capsules
Servings Per Bottle: 30
SUPPLEMENT FACTS: |
Amount Per Serving
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| 1. Golden Rod (Solidago virgaurea) |
100 mg |
| 2. Saw Palmetto Berry Powder (STD 25% Fatty Acids) (Serenoa repens) |
75 mg |
| 3. Uva Ursi (Standardized to 10%-20% Arbutin) (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) |
75 mg |
| 4. Oregano Leaf (10% Thymol) (Origanum vulgare) |
65 mg |
| 5. Coleus (Standardized to 10%-18% Forskolin) (Coleus Forskohlii) |
55 mg |
| 6. Echinacea STD (as 70% Echinacea angustifolia and Echinacea purpurea) |
50 mg |
| 7. Nettle Root (Urtica dioica) |
50 mg |
| 8. Garlic STD (Allium sativum) |
35 mg |
| 9. Berberine - Barberry Root Extract 4:1 (Berberis aristata) |
35 mg |
| 10. Buchu Leaf Extract (Barosma betulina) |
25 mg |
| 11. Corn Silk (Zea mays) |
25 mg |
| 12. Marshmallow Root (Althaea officinalis) |
25 mg |
| 13. Couch Grass (Agrophyron repens) |
20 mg |
| 14. Horsetail STD (Equisetum arvense) |
20 mg |
| 15. Yarrow Flower (Achillea millefolim) |
15 mg |
| 16. Cayenne Berry (Capsicum annum) |
10 mg |
| 17. Propolis 5:1 (Standardized to 60% Flavonoids) |
55 mg |
| 18. Grapefruit Seed Extract |
25 mg |
| 19. Lactoferrin |
25 mg |
| Herbal Supplement to Support Healthy Urinary Tract Function * |
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*This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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| Full of Health and Uribiotic Formula are registered trademarks of Full of Health Inc. (Canada). |
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Thousands of people have proven the efficacy of this approach. And what's most important,
there has not been a single reported harm done by taking the UTI Uribiotic Formula.
Healing Properties
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UTI Uribiotic Formula can cause the almost instant disappearance of
- the painful burning sensation when urinating
- the need for frequent urination
- the inability to empty the bladder completely even though you have the urge.
UTI Uribiotic Formula can help you eliminate:
- the infectious E. coli bacteria from the inside of the urinary tract and without disrupting the normal
body functions.
UTI Uribiotic Formula can help you prevent and remedy:
- both acute and repeated (chronic) bladder infections, and
- the need and dependence on antibiotics.
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How to Take It
Upon the first signs of bladder infection, begin taking 2 capsules of
the UTI Uribiotic Formula 3 times daily, preferably, first thing in the
morning, then at noon, and, again, in the afternoon (but not at bedtime!), 20-30 minutes
apart from having food.
In acute bladder infection, keep taking 2 capsules of the UTI
Uribiotic Formula 4 times daily - morning, noon,
afternoon, evening (but not at bedtime!) - until the symptoms subside.
Also do your best and try to sip at least four (4) glasses of purified, lukewarm
water throughout the day.
First Signs of Relief Within 12-24 Hours
You should experience the first signs of relief within 12-24 hours after
you begin taking UTI Uribiotic Formula.
Your symptoms should be cleared completely within 5-7 days, provided you will
keep taking the UTI Uribiotic Formula consistently, along with plenty of water
(4-8 glasses) throughout a day.
Our Clients Write to Us:
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Friday, July 14, 2007:
Problem solved! The infection is GONE! I just thought you might want to know this in
case you get any customers notifying you that URIBIOTIC doesn't seem to be working.
I love your product and continue to rave and refer anyone I talk to about UTIs to your website.
THANK YOU FOR CREATING THIS PRODUCT!!!
Katie B.
Denver, Colorado
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November 14, 2006:
I was prescribed ciprofloxin, a very strong antibiotic with numerous possible side effects, for an acute and painful kidney infection. After 7 days it did seem to stop the infection in my kidney, but not in my urinary tract.
24 hours after completing my course of the antibiotic, my order of URIBIOTIC and D-Mannose PLUS arrived in the mail. I was experiencing debilitating discomfort when I took my first dosage of both products.
Within about 8 hours of beginning the natural remedy I began to feel relief from my discomfort.
After 48 hours, my fequent urination stopped and I had no discomfort.
I am continuing to take the remedies for another few days to make sure all infection is gone.
I am convinced that if I had have taken the remedies as soon as I noticed the symptoms of my infection, I would not have had to take dangerous antibiotics.
I recomend these products highly, they work and they are safe.
Best regards,
Leona D.
Rocky Mountain Buffalo Co.
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No Side Effects
Developed with care and manufactured according to the highest standards, this pure
herbal, synergistic combination can help you deal with your bladder infection:
- safely
- effectively, and
- with no side effects.
Cautions and Contraindications
Sexual System:
UTI Uribiotic Formula should not be consumed during pregnancy as it can cause
contractions of the uterus (due to hydroquinone via arbutin present in Uva Ursi/Bearberry).
Digestive System:
UTI Uribiotic Formula should not be used by peptic ulcers patients (due to the presence of forskolin).
Cardiovascular System:
UTI Uribiotic Formula should not be consumed by hypertension (high blood pressure) patients
(due to the presence of nettle root as it further raises blood pressure).
Pharmaceutical Drugs:
UTI Uribiotic Formula should not be used concomitantly with warfarin (due to the presence of garlic
which may potentiate the anticoagulant effects of warfarin and thereby may cause bleeding).
Reference: Fugh-Berman, A. Herb-drug interactions. Lancet. 355(9198):134-138, 2000. [Concurrent use of herbs may mimic, magnify, or oppose the effect of drugs. Plausible cases of herb-drug interactions include bleeding when warfarin is combined with garlic. Many reports of herb-drug interactions are sketchy and lack laboratory analysis of suspect preparations. Health-care practitioners should caution patients against mixing herbs and pharmaceutical drugs.]
PLEASE NOTE: When acute nephritis (kidney infection) is present - accompanied by high fever
along with sudden retention of urine (a painful urge to pass urine but the inability
to do so) - have your condition assessed immediately by a health-care practitioner.
Do Not Stop!
Although symptoms-free, please do NOT stop taking the UTI Uribiotic Formula
and continue to use it until the botle is empty (up to 7-10 days).
If you are prone to repeated (chronic) bladder infections, for the first few months,
keep an extra bottle of the UTI Uribiotic Formula on hand, and use it
immediately at the first signs of infection for the minimum of three (3) consecutive days.
In time, however, you will notice that the frequency of your bladder infections
begins to seize, making the further use of the UTI Uribiotic Formula - with some
possible exceptions - unnecessary.
Simple and Astonishingly Effective
Our proprietary UTI Uribiotic Formula so simple and astonishingly
effective that it continues to amaze even the most skeptical people.
For this reason, we have decided to go worldwide and share our experience with the
public on the Internet. We thought that if we could help clients in our Canadian
practice to prevent and treat bladder infections - we would be able help you
and other people around the world as well.
So far, we have introduced the UTI Uribiotic Formula to our clients and customers in
22 countries: the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, South Africa,
New Zealand, Germany, Belgium, Mexico, Italy, Singapore, France, Russia, Croatia,
Poland, Portugal, Denmark, United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong, St. Lucia (West Indies),
Norway, Saudi Arabia, and Slovenia.
With no doubt this superb herbal combination can be of great benefit to you. You have
nothing to lose - and everything to gain.
UTI Uribiotic Formula: Therapeutic and Preventive Intake
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