Can cystitis and thrush be linked?
If you suffer from both recurring thrush and cystitis, or find that when you develop one, the other follows soon after, you’ll know how frustrating it can be.
Find out what the link isFirstly, have you had this checked by your doctor? They can take a sample and check in case there is an infection present which could be contributing to your symptoms.
In the meantime, drinking plenty of water, at least 1.5l daily would be a useful first step and you might also want to try some Uva-ursi & Echinacea complex which has been used traditionally to help calm the symptoms of urinary tract infections and cystitis.
Best wishes,
Emma
If you suffer from both recurring thrush and cystitis, or find that when you develop one, the other follows soon after, you’ll know how frustrating it can be.
Find out what the link isEmma our women's health advisor recommends Uva-ursi complex to help ease symptoms of cystitis and cranberry to maintain bladder health.
Learn moreCystitis is sometimes known as ‘honeymoon cystitis’. Why? Well, during sex, bacteria can spread from the perineum to the urethral opening. The risk of developing cystitis is therefore increased depending on the frequency you have intercourse (sorry honeymooners!).
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