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Been having uti symptoms but about to start my period very soon, so if i start my period can the urine test still be trusted? if not can i still get prescribed antibiotics for a uti based just on symptoms?

Q: been having uti symptoms but about to start my period very soon, so if i start my period can the urine test still be trusted? if not can i still get prescribed antibiotics for a uti based just on symptoms?

: Yes, for a lady antibiotic can be prescribed based on symptoms if there is a high chance of urine contamination with menses. Good luck.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, for a lady antibiotic can be prescribed based on symptoms if there is a high chance of urine contamination with menses. Good luck.

Answered 5/14/2023

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

If collected properly with pad in vagina and clean catch mid stream specimen-yes. But you can be treated for the symptoms too. Hope you do well. Dont forget about drinking water!

Answered 5/15/2023

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A member asked:

Been having uti symptoms but about to start my period very soon, so if i start my period can the urine test still be trusted? if not can i still get prescribed antibiotics for a uti based just on symptoms?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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