Mom has had several UTI’s over the last couple of yrs. Most recent was 3 months ago. Since then every urine test is negative but she complains about the burning. She does not complain every day, but often. I should also mention she wears nighttime diapers because she needs them. Do I apply this product called butt paste every night, any suggestions? I feel our family doctor really does not know what else to do. Thanks
Also, have they actually done a proper urine test that takes several days or the quick one? I'd inquire if it's accurate.
I don't change my LO, but, I have noticed that the facility keeps Vaseline near my LO's changing items and I think they use it to create a barrier from the urine. I'd imagine it gets pretty tender. I'd examine anything that is used to make sure she's not allergic. Make sure nothing of fragrance is near her private area. It could be irritating.
I hope you get some other suggestions.
Women often experience urinary tract discomfort from dryness after menopause. She could be having urinary tract discomfort from that, or wiping too much and hard, or using a too harsh soap down there too. You could try using a gentle feminine hygene cleanser, I know that helps me. It can be a lot of trial and error, but hopefully she will feel better soon.
There is an area above the clitoris that gets irritated from the urine. A tiny dab of PeriGuard will take care of the burning/itching. PeriGuard is a barrier cream and just happens to be the one I tried first. You can also use pretty much any barrier cream you have on hand - Selan Silver is another good one. AloeVesta makes one.
The barrier cream should be put wherever discomfort is - starting with the area around where we urinate. This can also be used by the rectum as sometimes you can have a burning itch there too. I found the creams when I was tending my DH and he would have burning by the rectum.
I had to use the creams every day for my DH - a little barrier cream is very beneficial.
My husband has Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s and shakes a lot when he is drinking so I use a straw most of the time. Why should I not use a straw? Thanks
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