Cystitis, or urinary tract infection, is far more common in women than in men. Many women already know the usual suggestions: parsley tea, cranberry, D-mannose, drinking more water, and so on. There are many possibilities, and no single approach fits everyone.

One herbal formula suggested by the well-known herbalist David Hoffmann is the following mother-tincture mixture, prepared by a homeopathic pharmacy:

Corn silk M.T.: 35 cc

Uva ursi M.T.: 35 cc

Buchu M.T.: 15 cc

Viburnum prunifolium M.T.: 15 cc

Suggested use: one teaspoon in a little water, three times daily, for a short course.

This is intended for simple bladder irritation or early, uncomplicated cystitis. It is not a substitute for medical care if there is fever, chills, back or flank pain, blood in the urine, pregnancy, diabetes, kidney disease, immune weakness, or symptoms that worsen or do not improve within 48 hours. These situations may suggest a more serious infection and need proper medical assessment.

A further point I have often seen clinically: many cases of cystitis seem to appear after emotional irritation, suppressed anger, resentment, or a feeling of being “burned up inside.” I would not say anger is the only cause, because bacteria, anatomy, hormones, intercourse, hydration, and immunity all matter. But in practice, the emotional state is often very relevant and worth asking about gently.

A practical question for the patient may be:

“Was there anger, frustration, or an emotional conflict shortly before the cystitis began?”

Sometimes this one question opens the door to understanding why the condition keeps returning.

Small safety note: uva ursi should generally be used short-term and with caution. It is usually avoided in pregnancy, breastfeeding, children, and people with kidney or liver problems, and it may cause nausea or stomach upset in some people.

PLEASE TRANSLATE TO HEBREW Cystitis and recurrent urinary infections
Cystitis, or urinary tract infection, is far more common in women than in men. Many women already know the usual suggestions: parsley tea, cranberry, D-mannose, drinking more water, and so on. There are many possibilities, and no single approach fits everyone.
One herbal formula suggested by the well-known herbalist David Hoffmann is the following mother-tincture mixture, prepared by a homeopathic pharmacy:
Corn silk M.T.: 35 cc
Uva ursi M.T.: 35 cc
Buchu M.T.: 15 cc
Viburnum prunifolium M.T.: 15 cc
Suggested use: one teaspoon in a little water, three times daily, for a short course.
This is intended for simple bladder irritation or early, uncomplicated cystitis. It is not a substitute for medical care if there is fever, chills, back or flank pain, blood in the urine, pregnancy, diabetes, kidney disease, immune weakness, or symptoms that worsen or do not improve within 48 hours. These situations may suggest a more serious infection and need proper medical assessment.
A further point I have often seen clinically: many cases of cystitis seem to appear after emotional irritation, suppressed anger, resentment, or a feeling of being “burned up inside.” I would not say anger is the only cause, because bacteria, anatomy, hormones, intercourse, hydration, and immunity all matter. But in practice, the emotional state is often very relevant and worth asking about gently.
A practical question for the patient may be:
“Was there anger, frustration, or an emotional conflict shortly before the cystitis began?”
Sometimes this one question opens the door to understanding why the condition keeps returning.
Small safety note: uva ursi should generally be used short-term and with caution. It is usually avoided in pregnancy, breastfeeding, children, and people with kidney or liver problems, and it may cause nausea or stomach upset in some people.