title: Efficient and cost-effective alternative treatment for recurrent urinary tract infections and interstitial cystitis in women: a two-case report.
abstract: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common bacterial infections affecting women. UTIs are primarily caused by Escherichia coli, which increases the likelihood of a recurrent infection. We encountered two cases of recurrent UTIs (rUTIs) with a positive E. coli culture, not improving with antibiotics due to the development of antibiotic resistance. An alternative therapeutic regimen based on parsley and garlic, L-arginine, probiotics, and cranberry tablets has been given. This regimen showed a significant health improvement and symptoms relief without recurrence for more than 12 months. In conclusion, the case supports the concept of using alternative medicine in treating rUTI and as a prophylaxis or in patients who had developed antibiotic resistance.
authors.affiliation: School of Medicine, Lebanese American University, Byblos 1401, Lebanon.
authors.forename: Anthony
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Mansour
authors.affiliation: School of Medicine, Lebanese American University, Byblos 1401, Lebanon.
authors.forename: Essa
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Hariri
authors.affiliation: School of Pharmacy, Lebanese American University, Byblos 1401, Lebanon.
authors.forename: Samar
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Shelh
authors.affiliation: Clinic Dr. Ralph Irani for Alternative Medicine, Beirut 1202, Lebanon.
authors.forename: Ralph
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Irani
authors.affiliation: Pharmaceutical Science Department, School of Pharmacy, Lebanese American University, Byblos 1401, Lebanon.
authors.forename: Mohamad
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Mroueh