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.
Antibiotics should begin making a noticeable change in a patient's urinary tract infection (UTI) within two days. Antibiotics will not completely clear up the bacteria causing the infection during this time period, but the symptoms of a UTI should begin to lessen within two days of the first dose. These symptoms include burning during urination, frequent urination and difficulty in urinating. Bactrim, amoxicillin, nitrofurantoin, ciprofloxacin and levofloxacin are common antibiotics prescribed for UTIs, and these drugs are typically prescribed for a course of three to 10 days.