Ageless and Outrageous

episode artwork
Listen onApple Podcasts
Listen onSpotify

Kristin Jackson

13 March 2024

34m 32s

Bladder Battles: Breaking the Cycle of Recurrent UTIs

00:00

34:32

Recurrent bladder infections, also known as UTIs, can be a challenging problem for women, especially as they age. Urinary pain, burning, urgency and frequency can have several causes, but today's podcast will focus on those UTIs that just won't go away!
  • The parts of the urinary tract that can become infected
  • The importance of an accurate diagnosis of infection vs other causes of symptom
  • Proper evaluation of both the upper and lower urinary tract
  • Limitations of the standard urine culture
  • Newer testing to get to the root cause of the infection
  • Treatment options, including non-antibiotic options
Seeking care from a specialist may be essential when you face persistent UTIs despite treatment. We want to improve your awareness about recurrent bladder infections and guide you towards effective treatment strategies.
Key moments in this episode are:
00:29 What is a UTI
02:09 Defining recurrent bladder infections
04:30 Why a pelvic exam is needed
06:54 Evaluation of the entire urinary tract
08:05 Is urine supposed to be sterile?
08:59 Understanding PCR testing
11:15 Biofilm in the bladder
13:41 Treating recurrent infections
14:25 Using suppression antibiotics
17:37 Alternatives to antibiotics
20:23 Supplements for bladder health
21:16 Cranberry for UTIs
22:49 D-mannose for UTIs
25:05 What does NOT cause UTIs
30:46 Using over the counter Azo for bladder pain
Follow us!
Instagram @foundationskristinjacksonmd
Loved this episode? Share with a friend.