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Could take an antibiotic to prevent a uti after having anal than vaginal sex?

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Dr. Danny Farahmandian answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not really indicated: To use antibiotics prior to symptoms but if you have any symptoms, see your physician right away.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/12/2013

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