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Beyond the Symptoms | An Expert Interview Series by LUF | Live UTI Free
Beyond the Symptoms is an interview series by Live UTI Free (LUF) that explores the science, solutions, and stories behind pelvic health, UTIs, and chronic urinary infections.
Host Melissa Kramer engages in deep conversations with leading medical experts, researchers, and healthcare innovators who share breakthrough insights beyond conventional diagnoses and treatments.
Each episode uncovers cutting-edge research on biofilms, embedded infections, antibiotic resistance, and innovative diagnostic approaches while examining how these conditions impact quality of life. Whether you're a patient navigating recurrent UTIs, interstitial cystitis, or chronic pelvic pain, a healthcare practitioner seeking evidence-based approaches, or a curious mind interested in women's health advocacy, this podcast provides actionable information about complex pelvic health conditions.
Episodes feature world-renowned urologists, urogynecologists, researchers, and patient advocates sharing clinical insights and practical strategies.
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Beyond the Symptoms | An Expert Interview Series by LUF | Live UTI Free
UTI Testing Failures | Dr. Michael Hsieh with Live UTI Free (LUF)
Host Melissa Kramer Interviews Dr. Michael Hsieh, a leading expert in recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), bladder health, and urology, to unpack the truth about chronic UTI testing and bladder health.
Dr. Hsieh dives deep into the reliability of standard UTI tests and why they may often present false negatives, especially in people suffering from chronic UTI symptoms. Together, they explore emerging research, the hidden causes of persistent urinary symptoms, and innovative, science-backed alternatives to traditional treatments. Whether you're navigating recurrent UTIs, battling a chronic bladder infection, or seeking preventive strategies, this episode is packed with invaluable insights for anyone serious about understanding and improving their urinary tract health.
Three Key Takeaways:
- Conventional urine cultures often miss infections. Dr. Hsieh explains the science behind negative UTI test results despite persistent symptoms and how newer methods may offer better detection for chronic UTI sufferers.
- Explore options like bladder instillations, which deliver medication directly into the bladder, offering targeted relief for recurrent UTIs without over-relying on systemic antibiotics.
- Simple but powerful changes—like increased water intake, urinary habits, and even dietary shifts—can support long-term bladder health and reduce the risk of recurring infections.
Want to learn more about urinary health? Visit LiveUTIFree.com for expert articles on the latest research, or check out our YouTube channel if you prefer video format.
