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Urine test says i have s. heamolyticus. how contagious? can i still kiss my 19 month child and wife? or should i stay away from them?

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Dr. Weber Chuang answered

Specializes in Urology

Safe: The bacteria is typically localized to your urine so causual contact is safe.

Answered 10/12/2013

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