Treating Urinary Tract Pain (NAPSA)—Researchers have found a way to combine prescription and nonprescription medica- tion to solve a painful and often embarrassing problem. Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are a painful condition that affect one out of every five women and account for an estimated 10 million doctor visits every year. The infections are caused by bacteria growing in the urinary tract. Normally, urine and the urinary tract are sterile—that is, they contain no bacteria. How- ever, in females it can be easy for bacteria commonly found near the bladder to be transferred to the urethra and then travel up to contaminate urine and inflame The Road To Urinary Tract Health Doctors say following a few steps can help reduce a woman’s chance of contracting a urinarytract infection (UTI). e Drink plenty of water. Drink plenty of cranberry juice or take Vitamin C; the acid helpsto inhibit the growthof certain bacteria associated with UTls. Take showersinstead of baths. Talk to a pharmacist or healthcare provider about UTIs. @ To help treat UTI symptoms, the bladder—that is where a UTI many people take an over-thecounter medication such as spread into the kidneys and lead relief of urinary tract discomfort. While such medications are not cause UTIs can vary, the symp- tion to clear up a less painful can start. If left untreated, UTIs can to more serious health problems. While the types of bacteria that toms are always the same: pain, burning, pressure and a frequent urge to urinate. Because UTIs are caused by bacteria, antibiotics are usually prescribed to treat the condition. Taking the full dose of prescribed medication generally cures the infection, but the symptoms often take longer to disappear. Prodium for the fast, temporary meant to cure UTIs, they can help make waiting for an infecexperience. If UTI symptomsare severe or persist for more than two days, call your doctor promptly. For more information on Prodium, consult your healthcare provider. To receive a free booklet on UTI infections, write: Requa, Inc.: P.O. Box 2384; Bridgeport, CT. 06608.
