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A 46-year-old female asked:
started antibiotic for uti today. how long will it take for pain to go away? it's extremely painful.
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. John Leander Poanswered
Infectious Disease 18 years experience
In a day.: If the appropriate antibiotic was chosen, you should start to feel better, with pain abating within 24 hours. If this doesn't happen, inform your prescribing physician.
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