Urinary tract infections generally cause physical and mental distress to patients, but patients have varying degrees of misunderstandings about urinary tract infections and their medication.

What is a "urinary tract infection"?

According to Professor Zhang Yu from Xiyuan Hospital of the Chinese Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, urinary tract infection is an inflammatory reaction in the urethra caused by direct invasion of bacteria (a very small number of which can be caused by fungi, protozoa, and viruses). It is characterized by frequent urination and urgency. , dysuria are the main clinical symptoms, usually accompanied by chills, fever, low back pain, abdominal pain, etc.

Treatment of urinary tract infection should not be rushed!

When urinary tract infections such as chronic cystitis, chronic pyelonephritis, and chronic prostatitis occur, patients will choose some antibiotics and Western medicines for treatment. Although the effects are fast, the treatment period for these diseases is longer. , and long-term and repeated use of antibiotics will develop drug resistance. Please use it under the guidance of a doctor when necessary. Traditional Chinese medicine treatment mainly achieves the purpose of curing diseases by clearing away heat and removing dampness, and has the advantage of combining nourishment and treatment. He affirmed the unique advantages of Chinese patent medicines in the treatment of urinary tract infections and emphasized that the advantages of Chinese medicines should be further utilized to meet patients' various needs for drug efficacy, tolerance and safety.

Do not stop taking the medicine without permission!

The biggest worry of doctors is that patients do not take medicines correctly according to the doctor's instructions and instructions, and stop treatment when they feel that the symptoms are relieved or eliminated. In fact, the bacteria have not been completely eliminated, which may easily lead to recurrence or recurrence of infection. If it is not cured, it may become a chronic urinary tract infection. Therefore, for patients with urinary tract infections, it is necessary to ensure correct treatment and medication cycles, and do not interrupt or reduce the medication, otherwise relevant tests will be required to confirm whether the infection has been cured after the symptoms disappear.

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