Dealing with Proteus mirabilis?

Hey, could I get a little help here? Like the title says, my sister just got some lab results back and they found this specific bacteria in her urine... does anyone actually know much about it? Any advice or tips would be huge. Thanks!

Hannah Bishop said:Can someone please help me out? Like the title says, my sister just got her urine results back and this specific bacteria popped up... does anyone actually know anything about it? Any advice at all would be great, thanks!

So, I’m just gonna paste this here:

The best way to clear out Proteus mirabilis is by using Bearberry leaf (Uva ursi). You boil one teaspoon in about 250 ml of cold water for a few minutes, let it sit covered for 15 minutes, and then drink it three times a day. Use it for 10 days—no longer than that—and don't take Vitamin C or cranberry juice at the same time, since those things make the urine more acidic. Actually, it's better to take one Alka-Seltzer tablet once a day to keep the urine alkaline instead.

Ines Buhač, PharmD

Honestly, just Google it a bit and you'll find plenty of info. Usually, the doctor is going to start with antibiotics first, but it doesn't hurt to try some herbal teas too.

aw, thanks so much...

Does anyone happen to know where I can pick up that tea? I would be incredibly grateful for any leads. I am already on my third round of antibiotics for this Proteus infection and feel zero improvement, so I suspect a fourth course might be inevitable.

The best antibiotic for this specific urinary tract bacteria is Nolich; I really hope it works just as well for you. It’s great because it’s so targeted—it doesn't just wreck your entire system (so you won't have to deal with diarrhea, yeast infections, or losing all your good bacteria).
As for the tea, you can pick some up at any local pharmacy, CVS, or even most grocery stores! You'll get better results using loose-leaf tea that you brew yourself rather than those little tea bags or instant granules, though those aren't terrible either.
I'd suggest avoiding lemons and other acidic fruits or juices for a few days, and you should be fine. If you start feeling sharp pains while or after you pee, Spasmex is a lifesaver!!!
That Urosal lady supplement also helps, it's just a bit pricey $23 for a 10-day supply!

Anyway, that's my experience dealing with this little nuisance. I hope it helps you out!!