Is UTI And STD Interrelated?

Posted on Wed, 11 Feb 2015

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Wed, 11 Feb 2015 Answered on

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Question : if I tested positive for tract infection does it rule out std

Answered by Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti (46 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Depends on organism identified.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
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Urinary tract infection can be caused by STDs causing organisms as well.There are other organisms that can cause UTI. It depends on organism identified.
Usually antibiotics will be prescribed to include both these organisms.

You can get back with details of investigations done.
You can get back for any clarification.

Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Dermatologist and venerologist

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