Preamble to this article It is essential here to distinguish: – bacterial cystitis: situation in which the symptoms are directly related to the presence of uropathogenic germs in large quantities in the urinary tract (=Continue reading
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Intestinal parasites and cystitis
Pinworm parasites Intestinal parasitosis is usually considered a benign disorder mainly pediatric and therefore is often excluded by default in adults. Among the most common intestinal worms we will mention the commonly called tapeworm, butContinue reading
SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) and GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease): what a puzzle
This article is a “case study” based on a testimony posted on our support group: “I underwent a fiberoscopy which revealed incompetent cardia associated with gastritis. This exam was prescribed because nocturnal GERD, in particular,Continue reading
Digestive dysbiosis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and cystitis: the gut-bladder relationship
After an exchange in our Facebook group, I found it useful to report the comments and highlights on the relationship that may exist between digestive dysbiosis and recurrent cystitis. The human microbiota, when healthy andContinue reading
Vaginal dryness and atrophy: how to get rid of cystitis
In many cases, cystitis occurs and/or becomes chronic as menopause approaches or during this delicate phase. We have already investigated the root mechanisms of this phenomenon on several occasions, but recent exchanges in our supportContinue reading
What is cystitis?
Depending on the presence or absence of bacteria we can distinguish: – bacterial cystitis (also called UTI, Urinary Tract Infection), an inflammation of the bladder due to bacteria or other pathogenic germs – abacterial cystitis,Continue reading
Spring cystitis: the role of histamine
Every spring we usually read posts about cystitis that appear punctually with the arrival of good weather. The first few times I did not pay much attention to it, but the redundancy of these postsContinue reading
Constipation and cystitis
The inspiration for this article arises from a question in our Facebook group that has not yet found a clear answer on this blog: “Is constipation a factor that may be partly the cause ofContinue reading
Antiacids: an unsuspected cause of cystitis
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs “antacids” to be more specific) are among the most widely prescribed medications today. Its consumption, both occasional and chronic, is widespread in the population, while the possible side effects of thisContinue reading
Let’s meet Ausilium Nac
A short article to describe and introduce one of Deakos’ best sellers: Ausilium NAC. This is a food supplement formulated after extensive research on the subject of pathogenic biofilms and their central role in chronicContinue reading
The metropolitan legend about Ausilium Nac and biofilms
Today I would like to talk about one of the most widespread metropolitan legends about biofilms and their sworn enemy: Ausilium NAC. What is Ausilium NAC We have talked for a long time about thisContinue reading
Recurrent cystitis and biofilms
A group of bacteria (all of the same species or different species sometimes associated with yeasts and other microorganisms) makes bacterial biofilms. They “weave” a “protective layer” around them and then lock themselves inside it.Continue reading
Gut and cystitis: what is the connection
The connection between the intestinal microbiota and uro-gynecological disorders is increasingly recognized and studied. Since this topic is regularly discussed in our FB page “Deakos Speaks English”, it’s time to dedicate a complete article toContinue reading
What is trigonitis?
What is trigonitis? Definition of trigonitis The term trigonitis helps to identify a condition that should be more specifically referred to as “pseudomembranous trigonitis” that is to say, the existence of a metaplastic lesion (squamousContinue reading
Do probiotics eliminate cystitis?
This answer requires some preambles: 1) cystitis is a multifactorial pathology that tends to recur for many reasons. The causes of cystitis are variable and differ from one subject to another. Therefore for an effectiveContinue reading
Why is winter a risk factor for cystitis?
In this article we are going to analyze why it is easier to get cystitis in winter. Possible causes of cystitis in winter heating dries out the air we breathe and, consequently, our skin, ourContinue reading
Postcoital cystitis: mechanisms and prevention
Postcoital cystitis is one of the most common type of bacterial cystitis. Unfortunately, it is still a taboo problem and information is difficult to find. The typical advice does not go beyond hydration and hygiene.Continue reading
D-Mannose: what is the ideal dose?
We can say that there is no standard dose of D-Mannose that can be established a priori. In fact, it depends on the subjective needs of each person (bacterial load, triggers, need for prevention/maintenance, etc.)Continue reading
True and false: three tips against cystitis
What happens when we have recurring cystitis for months and, after another appointment with the urologist, we come back home with not one, nor two, but with three tips (and a six-month prescription for antibioticsContinue reading
Bacterial cystitis: where do germs come from?
A frequently asked question when we talk about recurrent bacterial cystitis and even more so when the urine test reveals different germs or, on the contrary, always the same bacteria, is: “How can I catchContinue reading
