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My father is catheterized and having urine culture positive but no symptoms at all since 1 week, his neutrophil is 73. even after having around 4 to 5 litre water daily urine is not clearing. is antibiotics needed or what can be done in asymptomatic?
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Catheter and UTI: Probably nothing need be done. Urine is colonized with bacteria in virtually anyone with a longstanding bladder catheter. Usually there is no need for treatment unless causing a more serious problem, like sepsis (infecting the bloodstream) or pyelonephritis (kidney infection). Attempting to treat simply brings on replacement with a more antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Discuss with his doctor.
Answered 7/19/2020
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