Introduction. Edema (also known as fluid retention) is swelling caused by the accumulation of abnormally large amounts of fluid in the spaces between the body's cells or in the circulatory system.It is most common in feet, ankles, and legs. It can also affect the eyes, face, brain, and hands.ntroduction. Edema (also known as fluid retention) is swelling caused by the accumulation of abnormally large amounts of fluid in the spaces between the body's cells or in the circulatory system.
I have been on nitrofurantoin for UTI's before. It usually takes 2-3 days to start to feel better. When I have a UTI, I use AZO-Standard in addition to the antibiotic. You can get it OTC at the drugstore. this medication acts as a bladder anesthetic and will stop the horrible bladder spasms and allow you to pee a full bladder instead of a few drops at a time.
The good news is that there are ways to treat a UTI without turning to antibiotics. Note, however, that if the infection is not going away within 4-5 days or you have symptoms of a possible kidney infection â such as a fever, severe back pain or blood in your urine â you may still need to use antibiotics.