Herb
Treatment Support
bladder tonic, antiseptic, and astringent
Application
tincture, capsule, tablet
Bladder, atonic
Etiologic and Contributing Factors
An atonic bladder is a condition characterized by the inability of the bladder muscles to contract properly, leading to urine retention or overflow incontinence. Common causes include:
- Neurological disorders: Spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, diabetes-related neuropathy, or stroke.
- Mechanical injury: Pelvic surgery, prolonged catheter use, or trauma.
- Infections: Severe or recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs).
- Medications: Drugs like anticholinergics, opioids, or sedatives that relax bladder muscles.
- Other factors: Aging, childbirth trauma, or chronic bladder distension.
Signs to Seek Professional Help
It’s important to consult a healthcare provider if you experience:
- Inability to urinate or very weak urine flow.
- Pain or pressure in the bladder despite feeling full.
- Frequent UTIs or fever with urinary symptoms.
- Leakage of urine without sensation (overflow incontinence).
- History of neurological conditions or recent surgeries.
Treatment Plan for Bladder, atonic
When to Use Home Remedies and Herbs
Home treatments are generally only supportive and appropriate for mild cases or adjunct care. Herbs like corn silk (Zea mays), marshmallow (Althea officinalis) root, and dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)Â may help reduce inflammation and improve urinary function. However, use herbs cautiously and consult a healthcare professional, especially if:
- Symptoms persist for more than a few days.
- There’s significant pain, blood in urine, or fever.
- You have underlying conditions like diabetes or a spinal cord injury.
Severe or persistent symptoms require medical evaluation to prevent complications like kidney damage or severe infections.
Christopher Hobbs:
“Lack of exercise, excessive sitting, pregnancy, and aging might contribute to this problem.
Use bladder tonic herbs on a regular basis for a few months to six months.”
Herbal Remedies for Bladder, atonic
Herb
Treatment Support
Application
Herb
Treatment Support
bladder tonic, anti-inflammatory
Application
tea, tincture, capsule, tablet
Herb
Treatment Support
bladder tonic, sedative
Application
tea, tincture, capsule, tablet
Related Bladder, atonic conditions
Additional Ailment
Herb
Application
No additional ailments found.
The information given here is designed to help you make informed choices about your health. The information is drawn from numerous sources—both traditional medicine practice, from the clinical experience of many herbalists currently practicing, and supported by decades of scientific research from the author. The research most consulted includes human clinical trials that help to determine the most effective and safe herbs for various needs, the best doses, and types of preparations.
The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
