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Klebsiella spp (esbl) >100000 cfu/ml in urine culture without pus or fever , can cause kidney pain and pain in urination and lower abdomen colic? ttt

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Dr. Mohammad Khan answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes it can: and should be treated

Answered 3/25/2018

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Yes: These supports the diagnosis of a urinary tract infection by Klebsiella, a common urinary pathogen. It does not specify where the infection is most active, but treatment with antibiotics is usually curative.

Answered 3/22/2020

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