Painful Urination: Can Ayurveda Provide Long-Term Relief Without Antibiotics? - #16296

For the past few days, I’ve been experiencing painful urination, and it’s getting worse. At first, I thought I just wasn’t drinking enough water, but now it feels like a burning sensation every time I go to the bathroom. There’s also a constant urge to pee, but when I try, only a few drops come out, and it still feels uncomfortable. I went to the doctor, and they said it’s likely a urinary tract infection (UTI). They prescribed antibiotics, but I’m hesitant to take them because I’ve had painful urination before, and every time I take antibiotics, the infection eventually comes back. I don’t want to keep treating this over and over—why does it keep happening? Could there be a deeper issue that Ayurveda can address instead of just killing the bacteria temporarily? I started researching Ayurveda, and I read that painful urination could be due to excess heat in the body, especially a Pitta imbalance. If that’s the case, are there specific cooling herbs or remedies that can help soothe the burning sensation? I saw mentions of Chandraprabha Vati, Gokshura, and Varunadi Kwath—do these actually work, and how long do they take to show results? Another thing—I’ve noticed that my digestion has been off lately, with bloating and occasional acidity. Could poor gut health be connected to my recurring painful urination? Ayurveda often talks about toxins (Ama) building up in the body—does that mean I need to detox to prevent these infections from coming back? If so, what kind of detox would be safe while dealing with this condition? Also, are there any specific diet or lifestyle changes I should follow to prevent painful urination in the future? I’ve heard that dairy and spicy foods can aggravate Pitta—should I avoid them? And does Ayurveda recommend any daily practices to maintain urinary tract health naturally? If anyone here has successfully treated painful urination using Ayurveda, what worked best for you? Did you see lasting results, or did the symptoms keep coming back? I’d love to hear real experiences before deciding on my next steps.