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Had a urine culture and had a very small amount of staph in it. the dr isnt worried at all about it but how does staph get there? on macrobid for it.
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Could be ok: Staph can be a contaminant...If you're feeling better its probably working. If you feel worse see your doctor for a repeat culture.
Answered 7/26/2013
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