Do I Have Cystitis (Inflammation Of The Bladder)?

Do you have a strong, persistent urge to urinate?

Do you urinate frequently (more often than usual)?

Do you pass frequent, small amounts of urine?

Do you have a burning sensation, pain or stinging when urinating?

Do you have blood in the urine (hematuria)?

Do you have dark, cloudy or strong smelling urine?

Do you feel pain during sexual intercourse?

Do you have pelvic pain or discomfort (feeling of pressure in the lower abdomen)?

Do you have low-grade fever or feel generally unwell, achy, sick and tired?

Are you a sexually active woman?

If you are a woman, do you use a diaphragm for contraception, are you pregnant or have you had menopause?

Do you have any of the following condition: a bladder stone, enlarged prostate in man, diabetes, HIV infection or prolonged use of bladder catheters?

Based on your answers it is unlikely that you have cystitis. Cystitis refers to an inflammation of the bladder, usually caused by a bacterial infection. Cystitis is usually harmless and can be treated successfully. There are some things you can do to prevent infection of your bladder: drink plenty of fluids, especially water, do not delay urination, and empty your bladder immediately after intercourse. Try to avoid using deodorant sprays in the area around your genital and use mild soaps for washing the skin in this area. If you have any concerns please talk to your doctor.

Based on your answers there is a possibility that you have cystitis. Cystitis is a medical term that describes an inflammation of the bladder. Most often cystitis is caused by a bacterial infection and can be painful and uncomfortable. Women are more likely to get cystitis than men because their urethra (the duct that carries urine from the bladder to the exterior of the body) is much shorter, and bacteria may get into the bladder more easily. For most people cystitis is not a cause for serious concern. However, the symptoms of cystitis may be similar to a number of other conditions so see your GP for diagnosis.

Based on your answers there is a high possibility that you have cystitis. Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder usually caused by a bacterial infection, although cystitis may be the result of other diseases. Mild cases of cystitis can go away without treatment in a few days, but if your symptoms persist longer you need to see your GP. Cystitis can become a serious problem if the infection spreads to your kidneys. Treatment usually includes antibiotics for cystitis caused by bacterial infection and for noninfectious cystitis treatment will depend on the underlying cause. People how are experience episodes of cystitis frequently may need long-term treatment.