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How Long Does Bladder Infection Last Upon Treatment?
Posted on
Mon, 16 May 2016
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Mon, 16 May 2016
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Question : I have a seven day presciption for an urinal and blader infection, I am at the seventh day and its still burning when I urinate not as much but a little. Wat should I do, renew my prescription or wait a few days.
Brief Answer:
likely need another course of antibiotics
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
After 7 days of treatment, there are usually no symptoms if the infection was completely resolved.
It would best to see your doctor for a review, another urine sample should be taken and sent to the lab for analysis.
Your doctor would likely choose to give you an alternative antibiotic to help treat the infection is proven to be still present.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
likely need another course of antibiotics
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
After 7 days of treatment, there are usually no symptoms if the infection was completely resolved.
It would best to see your doctor for a review, another urine sample should be taken and sent to the lab for analysis.
Your doctor would likely choose to give you an alternative antibiotic to help treat the infection is proven to be still present.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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