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What to do if i have urinary infectionand doctor said its severe,if i don't take my medicines will i die?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

If you developed: serious complications -death could be possible. For instance, infection could move to the kidneys or blood. Untreated urinary tract infections can be especially problematic in the elderly.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/19/2014

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