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I took antibiotics for my uti, 7 day treatment. but i think it is back. why?

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Need culture: Sometimes the antibiotic chosen is not effective so it only partially treats the infection. You need to see a doctor and give a urine sample. They needs to send this for culture and sensitivity to make sure you get treated with the correct antibiotic next time.

Dr Abbott and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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