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E.coli found in urine culture. does this means that this bacteria sseeded into my bladder? does e.coli in bladder causes prostatits and epididymitis

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ECOLI: This is one of the most common causes of urinary and genital tract infections. It is found in many forms in the GI tract. The drug sensitivity will tell which antibiotic is best for treatment.

Answered 6/10/2014

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