Contents:
- Medical Video: Urinary Tract Infection | How To Prevent UTI (2018)
- Various options for urinary tract infections in men
- Treatment at home
- Treatment at the doctor
Medical Video: Urinary Tract Infection | How To Prevent UTI (2018)
Although it is more common in women, it does not mean that men cannot get urinary tract infections. If left untreated, urinary tract infections in men can cause prostate, epididymis, and inflamed testicles that can be at risk of fertility problems. What are the options for treating urinary infections for men?
Various options for urinary tract infections in men
Treatment at home
1. Drink more water
Expand to drink water to help remove urine to rinse the bacteria. You can also drink real fruit juice or eat fresh fruit and vegetables that contain lots of water, such as watermelon and cucumber, to help increase urine production.
This also helps reduce the possibility of bacteria to attach to cells in the urinary tract wall that can cause infection.
2. Take vitamin C
In addition to increasing stamina and immunity, vitamin C supplements also help increase the acidity of urine which will speed up the healing process.
3. Increase rest
Complete rest and avoid certain activities that can worsen conditions, such as avoiding cycling or other activities that can trap heat and humidity in the groin area. Your doctor may advise you to fast sex first until the infection is completely cured so as not to infect your partner.
4. Keep personal hygiene
Always pay attention to personal hygiene, not only when you are sick but also before and after recovering. Keep the penis clean to avoid germs from the skin of the penis infiltrate the urethra. When bathing, it's better to useshower rather than soaking in bathtub. Use soap that is not scented.
Treatment at the doctor
1. Antibiotics
Most cases of urinary tract infections in men can be easily treated by taking prescription antibiotics for 3-10 days. The choice of antibiotics that may be prescribed is:
- Fluoroquinolone (ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, ofloxacin, norfloxacin)
- Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMZ)
- Minocycline
- Nitrofurantoin
- Antipyretic
- Analgesics, such as phenazopyridine
- Penicillin (ampicilin, amoxicillin, ertapenem, erythromycin, vancomycin, doxycycline, aztreonam, rifampicin)
Each drug above has provisions for dosage, how to use, and the risk of different side effects. So, consult with your doctor about which medication is suitable for your condition.
Free pain medications such as acetaminophen (paracetamol) or ibuprofen can also be used to relieve pain, but consult a doctor before combining your prescription antibiotics with over-the-counter drugs.
2. Operation
Surgical intervention may be needed to treat urinary tract infections in men who experience complications:
- Prostatitis that clogs the bladder neck; prostate stone; or recurrent prostatitis.
- Emphysema pyelonephritis, which requires immediate nephrotomy.
- Epididymitis which causes torsion of spermatic sarcoma (entangled sperm ducts).
Discuss further with your doctor to find out which treatment is best for you.
