Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) takes the broad view on things like urinary tract infections (UTIs). The focus is not solely on the removal of unhealthy bacteria through the use of antibiotics.
Instead, traditional Chinese medicine has an energy-based perspective. TCM uses acupuncture, Chinese herbal formulas and qigong as its primary treatments.
The term "kidney" does not make reference solely to the physical kidneys, but actually is referring to an energy subsystem known as the kidney meridian.
The problems associated with aging and failing health are seen as losing kidney qi and essence. Kidney qi and essence are inherited from our parents.
In traditional Chinese medicine, the long term goal is to restore vibrant health, and to maintain it for life. Kidney qi and essence need to be protected and nurtured.
Choosing a healthy lifestyle, making sure to get plenty of sleep and follow a balanced diet, will help to nurture kidney qi and essence. Lots of physical activity, healthy sexual activity and an optimistic outlook on life will help to maintain a proper balance overall.
Kidney qi and essence are involved in the development and function of the brain. Also included are hearing, bone and marrow, sexuality and reproductive capacity, and control of the bowels and urinary tract. Will power, motivation and fearful emotions are all connected to this meridian.
Dysfunction in other meridians can exhaust kidney qi and essence. This could be the result of a wearing pregnancy, from heavy periods, or from overriding fear and stress.
If there is a dysfunction of qi in the bladder, urine retention may be the result. Loss of restrictive function may cause incontinence or excessively frequent urination.
For women who are prone to chronic urinary tract infections, or who have repeated UTIs, the use of antibiotics for each new infection can reduce the body's own ability to fight urinary infection. In a chronic situation, natural herbal remedies may be the preferred option.
An herbal formula can wipe out the urinary infection and can also enhance the immune system, which will leave the body stronger and more able to beat future infections.
And in view of the existence in the present time of bacteria which are sometimes resistant to the use of antibiotics, these natural herbal remedies are both safe and effective.
Many Chinese herbal formulas will treat urinary tract infections. The patient's symptoms will determine which Chinese herbal formula is most appropriate.
Resources:
Urinary Infection And Traditional Chinese Medicine In China
http://www.tcmtreatment.com/images/diseases/urinary-infection.htm
Treating Infections: Antibiotics or Chinese Herbs?
http://www.tcmpage.com/hpinfections.html
Healthy Aging: Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective
http://www.theepochtimes.com/n2/content/view/18300
TCM Basics: The Six Fu Organs
http://www.tcmbasics.com/zangfu_6fu.htm
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I had 3 utis in 2 years. It's difficult to prevent the relapse. I tried several antibiotics and home remedies but none helped. Then a friend of mine recommended me a herbal medicine called diuretic anti-inflammatory pill. After two months' medication, the infection was cured completely. I have no symptoms of uti in the last 3 years.
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