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Can UTI During Pregnancy Affect The Baby?

I am 36 weeks pregnant and had urine analysis which showed infection, but the culture report says there is insignificant growth, however i am having lower abdomen pain and difficulty during passing urine, i was not given any antibiotics. can this UTI effect my baby?

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Tue, 20 Jan 2015
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Hi,
Not uti but any infection during pregnancy is not good.
It should be treated in time.
Your Obst will prescribe antibiotic which is safe during pregnancy.
Take plenty of water.
Keep local hygiene proper during pregnancy.
Ok and take care.
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Can UTI During Pregnancy Affect The Baby?

Hi, Not uti but any infection during pregnancy is not good. It should be treated in time. Your Obst will prescribe antibiotic which is safe during pregnancy. Take plenty of water. Keep local hygiene proper during pregnancy. Ok and take care.