Urinary retention can be related to some form of obstruction, but it can also be the result of other causes that are not related any form of obstruction. In the case of an obstruction, there is often little you can do to correct the situation apart from the removal of the obstruction, but there are urine retention home remedies to help non-obstructed cases and to prevent the development of obstructions.
Please keep in mind that although the home remedies can help relieve urine retention, they are not all-inclusive cures and avoiding the advice and treatment of a health care professional can be fatal.
A home remedy for urine retention, which might surprise you, is radish juice. Radish juice has both anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties. It is an effective diuretic which can also help get rid of the burning associated with kidney stones.
Grapes are also an excellent home remedy when it comes to alleviating urine retention. They are high in potassium, which helps to relax the urinary tract and associated muscles, and they also help to flush out your system. They are also low in sodium and albumin, which tend to exacerbate kidney issues.
Not a home remedy common to most people outside of India and Pakistan, pashanbheda is quite common for relieving urine retention issues in Ayurvedic medicine. Also known as bergenia ligulata, this plant exhibits anti-inflammatory, analgesic and non-crystal forming diuretic properties to help remove and prevent obstructions and relieve pain.
In countries where coconuts are plentiful, coconut water is a natural remedy which comes highly recommended for urine retention relief. Coconut water is a mild diuretic with antibacterial properties to help clean out urinary tract infections. It is loaded with electrolytes and is non-crystal forming to prevent kidney stones.
Powerful antifungal and antibacterial properties found in cinnamon also help prevent and relieve urine retention and its causes. Besides these functions, which prevent the formation of urinary tract infections, it prevents yeast infections and the development of cystitis.
Peppermint is a pleasant home remedy to keep in mind when it comes to the treatment of urine retention. Not only is peppermint an effective diuretic, but it also helps to clear out a number of urinary issues that can lead to the problem. Peppermint is also antispasmodic and helps to relieve stress, which can become extremely important if you are trying to pass a stone.
Pineapple juice is another diuretic from tropical climes which makes an excellent home remedy for urine retention. This fruit not only has plenty of antioxidants to help boost your immune system to fight off unwanted infections, but a compound found in pineapple cores called bromelain is extremely effective as an anti-inflammatory agent.
Dandelion tea is another great cleansing agent utilized as a home remedy for treating a number of organ function issues, several of which are related to urine retention. Not only it has anti-inflammatory properties, but it is a powerful detoxifier and is used to flush out liver, kidney and bladder issues.
Though UTIs are not the only contributing factors to urine retention, they are common factors, thus a traditional and effective home remedy for urinary tract infections is a recommended solution. Cranberry juice not only keeps your urinary tract clean of infection but it also helps prevent cystitis as well.
A home remedy for urine retention, which also makes a great diuretic, is stinging nettle. Stinging nettle also has anti-inflammatory properties and is commonly used to battle cystitis as well as helping to heal bladder and kidney conditions.
One of the issues which causes urine retention is an enlarged prostate and saw palmetto is one of the most effective home remedies available for treating this condition. Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, it is an excellent remedy for reducing the size of the prostate, but it also helps to prevent the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone, which is a leading cause of bladder retention due to an enlarged prostate.
Carrots pack the necessary nutrients and antioxidants to help prevent and relieve UTIs, so they are also helpful as a home remedy for urine retention. Carrot juice is an excellent diuretic with a combination of minerals that help to reduce inflammation and relax strained muscles surrounding the urinary tract.
Though sarsaparilla is something that is often associated with cartoon characters in bars, it is a real herb and also a potent home remedy for relieving urine retention issues. Sarsaparilla is known to help reduce inflammation in the treatment of cystitis and is also effective at getting rid of the pain and burning which can occur at the end of urination.
Known for tonifying or strengthening the essence of the kidneys in Chinese medicine, walnuts are also effective in home remedies that help to treat urine retention. Walnuts are known to have anti-inflammatory properties. They contain omega-3 fatty acids, iodine, and selenium as well as a load of antioxidants. Their powerful combination helps to correct several of the conditions which contribute to urine retention.
Another excellent home remedy for treating urine retention is turmeric. The compound curcumin, found in turmeric is king among anti-inflammatory substances that can be found in herbs and spices. Turmeric is effective at treating more than a dozen conditions associated with urine retention.
Urine retention is the type of thing that can sometimes be hard to place. It can easily get mixed up with other things, and this can prove to be an issue when trying to figure out exactly what’s going on with your bladder. Here are helpful ways to narrow it down:
Do you have to wear panty liner all throughout the day? Do you worry about embarrassingly spotting your pants? Chances are this could be urine retention.
One of the biggest signs for me that I had this issue was when I would empty my bladder nonstop. Everyone I was around noticed, and it was especially obvious on road trips or in movies when I would have to go to the restroom 2-3 times in a matter of 2-3 hours. A nonstop need to empty your bladder could easily be a sign of urine retention.
Did you know that there is a term for people who have to get up to go to the bathroom a ton of times during the night? Yep. It’s nocturia. This is one of the most annoying issues because if it takes a whole for you to get back to sleep, you’re struggling to do so multiple times every night. This is almost a sure sign of either a weak bladder or urine retention.
Lack of Urge and FullnessWith urine retention, it is likely one or the other. Either you feel a nonstop need to urinate, or you don’t feel the need until it is almost too late. Your bladder may not feel full, but you know you need to urinate in this case.
Urine retention can sometimes mean having underlying abdominal pressure that won’t go away.
The retention of urine is not only uncomfortable to deal with, but it can also become a very serious health matter. Be sure to consult a healthcare professional if you are suffering from this condition and ask about making use of one or more of our urine retention home remedies as a means of helping relieve the issues and preventing further problems. Your questions, comments and additional home remedies are certainly welcome in the section provided below.
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