According to modern medicine, bacteria are the likely cause of bladder infection. There are all kinds of normal bacteria that live on the surface of the body and in the mucosal membranes of tissues like the mouth, rectum and vagina. In addition, these areas of the body are easily susceptible to pathogenic bacteria from external sources. Under normal circumstances, these microorganisms are held in balance or never take root. However if the immune system is compromised through diet, stress, toxins, etc., the delicate balance can change rapidly. (more…)