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On Macrodantin For Recurring UTI. Eating Healthy And Keeping Clean. Any Alternate Cure?

Hello Doctor I have been on macrodantin for 10mths at least, before that other anti biotics for uti which have occured every few months most of my adult life. This past year is the longest ongoing uti infection with the added tempreture if i miss a tablet 1 night. Last night i missed it again i feel ill and weak and I have smelly urine :(( Im a woman of 45. I eat a healthy diet, I m clean this is really getting me upset. I have seen a specialist he suggested to just keep taking the antibiotics. Is there something else i can do? Please help Thank
Wed, 20 Nov 2013
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Hi, Thanks for using HCM/.

For recurrent infection antibiotic prophylaxis is necessary. Need to take antibiotic regularly.
Antibiotic selection should be done based and culture and sensitivity testing.

Treatment of predisposing factor for recurrent infection is necessary.
These are few measures to reduce infection.
Topical vaginal oestrogens may help postmenopausal women.

If related to sexual intercourse:
Change the contraceptive method if a diaphragm or spermicide is being used
Voiding after intercourse
Use a lubricant

Relief of voiding dysfunction, good hygiene, wiping from front to back after micturation, and avoiding constipation, bubble baths, chemical irritants and tight clothing are sensible recommendations.

Hope this helps you

Regards
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On Macrodantin For Recurring UTI. Eating Healthy And Keeping Clean. Any Alternate Cure?

Hi, Thanks for using HCM/. For recurrent infection antibiotic prophylaxis is necessary. Need to take antibiotic regularly. Antibiotic selection should be done based and culture and sensitivity testing. Treatment of predisposing factor for recurrent infection is necessary. These are few measures to reduce infection. Topical vaginal oestrogens may help postmenopausal women. If related to sexual intercourse: Change the contraceptive method if a diaphragm or spermicide is being used Voiding after intercourse Use a lubricant Relief of voiding dysfunction, good hygiene, wiping from front to back after micturation, and avoiding constipation, bubble baths, chemical irritants and tight clothing are sensible recommendations. Hope this helps you Regards