Question 1

whats e coli in urinary tract infection?

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Bacterial cause.: Urinary tract infections occur when pathogenic bacteria proliferate in the urine, causing inflammation in the urethra, bladder and sometimes the kidney. E. Coli is the most common cause, which is usually found in the colon but can contaminate the urine since the urethra and anus are in such close proximity. Infections are cleared with antibiotics, and should be confirmed by urine culture.

Question 2

define e coli and urinary tract infection?

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Bacteria: E coli, or escherichia coli is a bacteria that can cause infections in the human body. One of the common places is the urinary tract. When a bacteria infects and grows in the urinary system causing different signs and symptoms that is called a urinary tract infection and it usually requires treatment. I hope this answers your question.

Question 3

if an e coli urinary tract infection showed to be susceptive to norfloxacine, why did the doctor prescribed me ofloxacine, i feel its not working.

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Cousins: These two antibiotics are "cousins" as they are both in the same family, the fluoroquinolones.       If one would work, the other most likely would.

Question 4

how bad is a 60 000 ufc/ml e coli urinary tract infection?

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Uti: Generally, unless it is a cath specimen, we consider > 100k colonies a positive result. Your symptoms are just as predictive of success w/ treatment than the colony count.

Question 5

can ofloxacin and ceftriaxone be taken together for an e coli urinary tract infection?

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Yes: If needed to treat an infection that has numerous organisms that require more than one antibiotic. Otherwise speak to your md as to why you this would need to be done.

Question 6

for 3rd time in 6 months got urinary tract infection with e coli?

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Get checked out.: If this has been happening, it is likely due to some underlying problem that allows for recurrent uti's.  You might have an infection of the kidney, or it might be from repeated use of catheters if you use them.  Also, women are at higher risk for uti's.  So go see your doctor to find out.

Question 7

got a 3rd urinary tract infection and e coli is cause again. why?

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RU prone?, same UTI?: Most utis r from e.Coli, most common bowel organism. Was original UTI treated with an appropriate (ie sensitive) antibiotic? If not, it's same infection. If new utis: need to empty bladder after sex, use cotton & no thong underwear. Shower rather than bathe, avoid constipation & separate thighs widely with urination. Consume lots of water and void regularly. Consider cranberry juice, tabs/gelcaps.

Question 8

looking for answers about recurrent urinary tract infection. if always e coli, do they need to treat every time?

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Yes, always treated: You should also find out root cause of recurrent utis. 1) first thing is to try & perfect toilet hygeine, emty bladder after sex, shower rather than bathe, use cotton non thong underwaer, treat constipation, good fluid intake & void 2-3hourly. 2)try long term cranberry prophylaxis. 3)work-up to rule out urinary tract stones or incomplete bladder emptying e.g. From retention, reflux or diverticula.

Question 9

i was wondering what are some things you can do at home to ease the pain of bladder infection or urinary tract infection?

Accepted Answer

Are you taking: Antibiotics? I trust that you saw your doctor and have been prescribed proper antibiotics that you are taking. After that you need to drink plenty of water and you can take over the counter pain medication for pain relief. If the pain persists for more than a day or so, please contact your doctor.

Question 10

what are the typical bladder infection symptoms? i think i have a bladder infection, but i'm not sure. what are some of the symptoms?  is it the same as a urinary tract infection?

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Urinary : Urinary tract infection (UTI) and bladder infection are the same. Symptoms include burning or stinging with urination, increased urinary frequency, difficulty starting the urine stream, and blood or discolored/smelly urine.  Progressing signs to a kidney infection include fevers, chills, and low back pain.  You should seek medical attention if you think you might have a uti, to be appropriately treated.

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