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I'm wondering if i go to the doctor to check if i have uti, will the doctor definitely examine my vagina?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. James Krick answered

Not necessarily: Unless you are having frequent or recurring infections, it may suffice to just give a urine specimen for urinalysis and culture.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 6/2/2013

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Dr. Robert Harris answered

Specializes in Urogynecology

No: It's very unlikely that you will need an exam. Simply checking your urine with a dipstick is all that will be required to diagnose a UTI if you are having symptoms.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I'm wondering if i go to the doctor to check if i have uti, will the doctor definitely examine my vagina?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. James Krick answered

Dr Raff agreed

Dr. Robert Harris answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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