Interstitial cystitis (irritative bladder syndrome, leaky bladder syndrome) is a chronic non-bacterial inflammation of the bladder involving the mucosa and muscular tissue and resulting in reduced bladder capacity.  The underlying reason of interstitial cystitis is not due to infection and the cause is presently unknown, however is most likely associated with allergy or autoimmunity.  Symptoms include increased […]

Kidney cysts are small benign fluid filled pouches which are unharmful to the body, however if they swell then they can cause some secondary complications such as pressure, pain or discomfort in the abdominals or wherever they are situated. Many Naturopaths view these cysts as wastes that have not been eliminated properly by the kidneys.  If […]

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is usually caused by detrimental bacteria colonising and over proliferating within the urinary tract. This increase in bad bacteria causes irritation and inflammation of the mucus membranes and the wall of the urinary tract. SYMPTOMS OF A URINARY TRACT INFECTION A stinging or burning pain during urination Increased frequency of […]

An overactive bladder (irritable bladder) is a common condition where there is a pressing and/or rapid and urgent sensation of needing to urinate. This feeling of urgency may or may not occur frequently and can be difficult to control, resulting in urinary incontinence (the involuntary loss of control of the urine). An overactive bladder may […]