Can bladder stones cause cystitis in women?

Bladder stones may cause cystitis, especially in women, who are more susceptible due to their shorter urethra.

Bladder stones refer to solid crystals formed in the bladder. These stones may be formed due to long-term retention of urine, high mineral concentrations, or difficulty urinating. When stones irritate the bladder mucosa or block the urethral opening, it is easy to cause local inflammation and further develop into cystitis. Women have shorter urethras than men, and it is easier for bacteria to invade the bladder from the outside, so they are more susceptible to the effects of stones and cystitis symptoms.

Symptoms include frequent urination, urgency, pain during urination, cloudy urine or hematuria, and even a significant increase in the number of urinations at night. Stones can also cause lower abdominal pain and, in severe cases, can affect bladder function. If left untreated for a long time, cystitis can spread to the kidneys, causing more serious problems.

Women should drink more water to help dilute the concentration of minerals in urine, avoid holding urine, and maintain good personal hygiene habits, especially after menstruation or sexual intercourse. If you have repeated urinary tract infections and urinary pain, you should not only control the inflammation, but also go to the hospital to diagnose and treat potential bladder stones.