Self-treatment for cystitis can be very dangerous. Many people will be surprised to hear that statement, but it’s true! You may even refute it, on the grounds that self treatment has worked for you – but in reality, it may not have worked as well as you think. Most natural remedies only disguise the symptoms: they can’t completely kill off the bugs causing the infection. You may feel fine, but if those bugs survive in your bladder long enough, they can travel “upstream” to your kidneys, where they can become life-threatening. That’s why most health professionals recommend you see a doctor if you have a bladder infection. If you want to try home remedies, at least see the doctor once you’ve completed your course of treatment, to make sure the infection … Read entire article »