Will High Pus Cells Count In Urine During Pregnancy Affect The Fetus?

Posted on Fri, 4 May 2018

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Question : Hi,

I am in my 8th month of pregnancy...33 weeks..While doing uring routine test it was found that there were 40-50 pus cells. My doctor has asked me to do a urine culture test...The result will take 2 days....

Meanwhile i am very anxious about it. Should i be concerned ? Will it affect my baby?

I have been drinking 6 litres of water.

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Answered by Dr. Dr. B. Radhakrishnan. Nair (18 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You can wait for culture report if no fever

Detailed Answer:
Hi
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If there is no fever or severe burning sensation you can wait till the report. If not discuss with your obstetrician and start antibiotics .Either cephalexin group or amoxicillin may be safe in pregnancy.
Your obstetrician will know your details..
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