Question 1

is klebsiella pneumonia in urine dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: It is a common organism such as e. Coli. The bug by itself isn't dangerous unless it is a drug resistant strain, but you would likely see that in someone who had recurrent utis, indwelling urinary catheters, etc. Some people also harbor bacteria in their urine and do not necessarily have a UTI (called asymptomatic bacteruria).

Question 2

do they take a blood or urine sample when testing for pneumonia?

Accepted Answer

In some cases: Blood urine cultures, white cell counts are foten helpful but not often specific.

Question 3

urine culture shows kllebsiella pneumonia(esbl+carbapenemase).sensitive drugs only 2 out of 30 antimicrobial.i.e. colistin & polymyxin b.what to do?

Accepted Answer

See an id consultant: You have an infection  that  is more common in pts who take  multiple antibiotics. You need to see an infectious  disease specialist for proper management. You may also need a further evaluation of your gu tract by urology. This is a serious problem related to excessive antibiotic use.

Question 4

why has my urine started to smell like sweetcorn :/?

Accepted Answer

Just Add Butter: It means you've been going to too many movies. And anyways, I don't know what sweet corn smells like to you.Popcorn? Canned corn soup? Corn smothered in agave syrup? But I do know it doesn't smell like your usual, every day, run of the mill, boring urine. right? So if it sticks around too long, go get it checked. It's probably something you ate, but it might be due to a more serious condition.

Question 5

what causes urine to smell?

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Urine odor: Normally urine doesnt have a smell. If you are very dehydrated, the high concentration of ammonia can cause a smell. Other factors like asparagus, certain vitamins can make the urine smell as well. If your urine smells sweet, have your doctor make sure that you don't have diabetes.

Question 6

what can cause urine to smell fishy?

Accepted Answer

Infection: Urinary infection needs to be excluded. Some foods may alter the odor of urine.

Question 7

what causes urine to smell like onions?

Accepted Answer

Urinary odor: Urinary odor can be a caused ingested foods (asparagus, onions, garlic, etc) , infection, metabolic illness (diabetes, inherited disorders).  Try eliminating onions from your diet. If the odor disappears, then the cause is likely onions in the diet.

Question 8

have cloudy urine, no smell, good color.?

Accepted Answer

Might be nothing: It could be nothing, but it could represent some protein in the urine.  If it is fairly constant, you should see your doctor and have a urinalysis.  Usually an infection will cause some burning and urgency to pee, but sometimes an infection can be without much in the way of symptoms, so get the urinalysis and maybe a culture to be sure.

Question 9

what can cause your urine to smell like corn?

Accepted Answer

See answer: Urine odor is related to volume and concentration of a variety of substances excreted by the kidneys. The darker and more concentrated the urine, the more likely to have a specific odor based on the type and content of its substances, toxins, and waste products. Infection; certain foods (asparagus), vitamins, supplements, and diseases (diabetes) can all cause a unique odor. Recommend urinalysis.

Question 10

3 year old daughters urine has an awful smell?

Accepted Answer

Odor: Have your daughter's urine checked for a urinary infection

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Why has my urine started to smell like sweetcorn :/?

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What causes urine to smell?

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