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Do i need antibiotics for a uti?
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YES: If you have a bacterial infection you need antibiotics.
Answered 2/22/2016
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Not always, try this: Lowered immunity can cause UTIs. Taking a zinc supplement 25-50 mg/day, vitamin D3 ~5000-10,000 IU/day, and a good probiotic daily might help solve the problem since they boost immunity and reduce pain and inflammation.
Answered 9/27/2016
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