In this episode of the Heal your Bladder podcast, we’re uncovering the truth about UTI testing and what your doctor might not tell you.

If you’ve ever been told your urine culture test came back “normal” despite experiencing all the symptoms of a UTI, this episode is for you. I’ll explain why culture tests often fall short, how advanced genetic testing like PCR and Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) can reveal what cultures miss, and what this means for anyone dealing with chronic UTIs or interstitial cystitis (IC). 

We’ll dive into the strengths and limitations of these testing methods, so you can understand what’s really going on in your bladder and how they fit into a broader strategy for bladder healing. 

If you’re ready to get to the root of your bladder issues with more reliable and actionable urinary testing, tune in for the insights you need to truly advocate for your health. 

If you prefer reading to audio, you’ll love this blog post 

https://www.marycotternutrition.com/blog/why-ic-could-be-a-uti 

0:00 Show Intro  
0:37 Episode Intro  
2:13 Getting Answers to Your Bladder Pain  
3:39 Mary’s Experience Getting Help for UTI Symptoms  
6:54 Unreliability of Urine Culture Test Methods  
9:48 Functional Tests: The Difference Between PCR and NGS Tests  
12:36 What Tests Are Included in the Heal Your Bladder Programme?  
17:58 Other Urinary Test Methods Available  
22:10 Accessing Advanced Urinary Screening  
25:12 Episode Outro  
27:16 Show Outro  

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• Go deeper with Mary’s free ebook, How to Heal your Bladder with Food.‍
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• Mary’s website https://www.marycotternutrition.com/
• The Heal your Bladder programme https://www.marycotternutrition.com/heal-your-bladder
• Disclaimer

DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on marycotternutrition.com is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek advice from your doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you may have heard on the podcast or on the website.