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I've had recurring kidney infections for two years, was prescribed a different antibiotic this time around, started feeling better around day 3 and am now feeling worse by the day. should i return to the doctor for another evaluation?

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

Change antibiotic: Your doctor may need to reassess your infection through cultures and imaging. This may result in a change in antibiotics because the current one is not effective.

Answered 9/9/2018

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A member asked:

I've had recurring kidney infections for two years, was prescribed a different antibiotic this time around, started feeling better around day 3 and am now feeling worse by the day. should i return to the doctor for another evaluation?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

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