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What Does This Urine Analysis Report Indicate?

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Question : My urine report shows wbc 10-20 and 2+ esterase. Bacterial count was 1,000 to 9,000. Culture report negative and I have no symptoms. What does this mean?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Michelle Gibson (52 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
asymptomatic urinary tract infection

Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

It is possible that you have mild or early asymptomatic urinary tract infection.

This is an urinary tract infection that is detected on examination of the urine but where the person does not have any symptoms.

The option to treat is dependent on the doctor .

Some doctors opt to treat to reduce the chance of any complications.

Some do not. Those who do not base this on the fact that some studies show no benefit and increased risk of developing antibiotic resistance in some persons.
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What Does This Urine Analysis Report Indicate?

Brief Answer: asymptomatic urinary tract infection Detailed Answer: HI, thanks for using healthcare magic It is possible that you have mild or early asymptomatic urinary tract infection. This is an urinary tract infection that is detected on examination of the urine but where the person does not have any symptoms. The option to treat is dependent on the doctor . Some doctors opt to treat to reduce the chance of any complications. Some do not. Those who do not base this on the fact that some studies show no benefit and increased risk of developing antibiotic resistance in some persons.