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Recurrent utis since a 2015 cystocele repair. urodynamics and cystoscopy tests were normal. urine culture done in sept, oct, nov 2022 each time are pos for klebsiella oxytoca and pos dec 2022 klebsiella pneumoniae. ab's work, then i get a new uti?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Several conditions can predispose to recurrent UTI. Anatomic bladder abnormalities are one of them & could still be present despite surgery and normal urodynamics. Sex is a common trigger in women (vulvovaginal bacteria massaged into the urethra). Some of these are related to contraception, esp. diaphragm, which can increase UTI bacteria in the vagina. There are other causes too, and some cases...

Answered 1/2/2023

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You need more investigation including the upper urinary tract to find the cause. In the mean time keep the vaginal area clean, empty your bladder when you get the urge and drink water. I am sure with a little more investigation the problem will be found and fixed. Good luck

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