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I've got a uti, but i've been excessively thirsty, could a uti be the cause? i had a small amount of ketones in my urine.

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

UTI: If you are not seeing a doctor because of your UTI you must do so. If you have already seen your doctor and are not getting better you must contact her/him.

Answered 2/25/2015

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A member asked:

I've got a uti, but i've been excessively thirsty, could a uti be the cause? i had a small amount of ketones in my urine.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

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