Hi, O'mates!
I've had a chronic UTI, and I believe it's due to being an ileostomate and not getting enough fluids to my bladder, frequently, to flush out bacteria.
Do any other ileostomates have this issue? And if so, have you tried the new-ish product Uqora? How did it work for you?
Thanks in advance, everyone!
Lily17
I have a colostomy but have a lot of UTIs. I am wondering if the mucus discharge from the rectum may be causing them.
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Hi Lily,
I have a similar issue, so I really feel for you. Most of my fluids are lost through the stoma, and my bladder is continually dry, so it's sore when I pee. For the last few months, I have been drinking 500ml of water during the night when the stoma is quieter. This has the effect of flushing out the bladder. It doesn't completely eradicate the problem, but it helps. So many complications with these stomas!
Hi, Mira.
I figure the liquids being redirected to the appliance vs. the bladder is also my issue. I drink about 20 oz. of water just before I go to bed so my stomach and small intestine have more time to absorb it (less interference from gravity when I'm lying down!), flush toxins from my body that accumulate throughout the day, and also rehydrate!
Ordered some Uqora products, which I received today, and I hope they make a difference. They were recommended by my GP, and in spite of my ileostomy, she's sure it will be helpful!
Thanks for the reply, Mira - I hope you can find relief!
Lily17
I started using Quora 3 months ago! I had tried everything else. This product is worth the money, which isn't bad. Only a few days and you cleared up. I now use it when I feel it coming on. It's the best. I have an Ostomy from 2017. Radiation damaged my bladder. Good luck.
I am told that UTIs are uncommon in males, but I too suffer from frequent infections. I used to blame it on leakage finding its way to my private parts. I would be interested to find out from other ostomates if they have this problem.
Colin
Yes, I've been on it for 6 months. Back in 2017, I had colon cancer and radiation damaged my bladder. I started getting UTIs. I tried everything over the counter, plus my doctor tried me on a couple of meds. I heard about Uquora from TV. I got relief immediately. I used it daily, per directions, for a month. I tapered off when I felt better. I'm doing great. Now, I take it only when I feel it coming on. It's definitely worth it. I will never get off it. You won't regret it. I'm 75, it's very hard to find a quality product and it has no color to the urine. Good luck.
Hi Lily,
How did you get on with the Uqora? I hope it has helped.
I might give it a try. My concern is that my body reacts badly to additives. I wish these companies could make more natural versions of their products, even if the shelf life was compromised.
Hope you're doing alright.