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Hi doc i have a problem of urinalysis always the bacteria not going how many times i drink antibiotic for the infection thanks..

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Physician's call: The bacteria may be contaminants (i explain to my male medical students how it's often impossible to get a midstream clean-catch on a female), or you may have what's called "asymptomatic bacteriuria" which many (most?) physicians nowadays think it's best not to treat. Get a consult if any doubts.

Answered 5/27/2013

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