Urine infections

[Kaykaykay123]

I'm constantly getting utis.It goes for 2weeks then comes back.I've taken cipr o and others.It's usually ecoli.2 years ago I had st scans and kidney xrays.Is it related to PD?it's very hard to control my bladder and is embarrassing

[chartist]

Some people find that D-Mannose ( the main active component in cranberry juice) is quite helpful for E coli based UTI's (the most common bacterial cause of UTI's) without the potential for side effects that are sometimes associated with antibiotics. Here is a link to common Ciprofloxacin side effects:

medicalnewstoday.com/articl...

D-Mannose binds to the bacteria thereby preventing the bacteria from sticking to the surfaces of the urinary tract allowing the bacteria to be flushed away when voiding. Another advantage to D-Mannose is that the bacteria does not become resistant to it because of this particular method of action. Here is a link to typical D-Mannose supplements :

amazon.com/s?k=d-mannose&re...

Take a look at the reviews for the Now brand products as there is a very high number of reviews at a high percentage which gives a good idea of just how effective D-Mannose is for the purpose!

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[park_bear in reply to chartist]

Cranberry has also been shown to reduce the incidence of UTIs. There are multiple versions of supplements with cranberry extract plus D- mannose. Avoid the sugar laden "cranberry cocktail".

[geddy]

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[OLS3010]

This is a specific supplement often recommended by urologists for UTIs. Believe there have been some clinical studies using it showing it can help reduce UTIs.

theralogix.com/products/the...

[mlmd46]

UTIs are common with PD. So is the urgency to urinate. There are medications that can help with the urgency part of the problem. I have difficulty getting through the night; I have a commode next to my bed for night time. I also carry extra supplies with me when I go out. Fortuntely, I have family and friends who are sympathetic to my problem