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Is it safe to take antibiotics every day for 3 months to treat recurrent uti's?

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Usually yes: Although there are potential side effects from doing this you have to weigh it against having the recurrent infections and taking frequent shorter courses of antibiotic. I routinely place people on courses such as this for recurrent uti. By treating the disease your bladder can heal giving you back your natural defenses. www.peedoc.com @thepeedoc.

Answered 8/14/2012

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