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I had bacterial prostatitis and was on zyvox (linezolid) for a week. how do u know if it has cleared up? do you get retested again?

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Long time : Antibiotics needed for prastatis up to sow weeks testing won't help only symptoms ahold guide

Answered 11/27/2017

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Prostatitis: The medications that work best for prostatitis are Cipro (ciprofloxacin) and Bactrim DS and you must take them at leasy for 6-8 weeks in order to obtain a cure. Antibiotics penetrate very slowly in the prostate gland.

Answered 4/4/2016

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Usually you don't : Not necessary if this is the first time and if you do not have any symptoms. If recurring, then may recheck.

Answered 6/1/2015

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Bacterial prostatiti: You should follow up carefully with your doctor to see if you need more treatment or if you need a retest.

Answered 4/24/2016

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