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Abx vs chance improvement in cognition in senior w UTI @ vasc dementia
What are the odds a senior with vascular dementia and chronic bladder outlet obstruction (high PVR) would *randomly* show *significant* improvements in cognition on days 3-5 of an antibiotic for a UTI? [more inside]
Will raw garlic help cure my UTI?
There's some scientific evidence plus the ever-available first-person accounts on the internet of people using raw garlic to cure or advance healing of a UTI. But, I can't find anything evidence-based around how much to eat to harness its antimicrobial effects. [more inside]
How long did symptoms -> diagnosis -> treatment take for your cat?
My 14-y.o. Maine Coon Cat is not feeling well. Details below the fold (warning: minor cat poop and pee details), but briefly: a UTI and elevated kidney markers. He has (and takes medication for) hyperthyroid, and chronic kidney disease is not unexpected for a male cat of his age and breed, though his most recent blood work in February was fine. He's been to the vet, has started antibiotics, and I know what and when the immediate next step is (collect urine sample early/mid next week and bring it back to the vet for analysis). I've read all the old asks about cats with kidney issues, have poked around on the Tanya's Comprehensive Guide to Feline Chronic Kidney Disease page recommended in several asks, and have googled info on UTIs in cats. I'm looking for reassurance from other cat people of metafilter and/or your own experiences specifically around the timeline of his diagnosis and treatment. [more inside]
UTI, drinking lots of water, can't pee. Should I go to emergency?
I am female and always have a day's worth of antibiotics ready if I can't get to the doctor quickly for a UTI. I can't see my doctor until the morning.
I took one pill at 2pm (5 hrs ago), after I had sudden UTI symptoms. I have since been drinking a lot of water (for me), maybe 2 litres. I have barely peed since. [more inside]
Problems with providing a urine sample
Apparently I'm doing something wrong with providing urine samples, they keep coming back as 'contaminated'. I'm female bodied, so help me figure out what I'm doing wrong? [more inside]
Will these urine test strips still be accurate?
The color of the unused leukocytes square on the strip (for UTIs) is not the same as on the bottle. [more inside]
Question about discharge
TMI filter about discharge. It's driving me bonkers and I need a second opinion before trekking to a doctor. [more inside]
Too many P's, not enough Q's -- Urologist Rec for UTIs
My sister has had chronic bouts with UTIs for decades. Doctors think she's nuts if she requests antibiotics for symptoms she has even when a test comes back negative. She knows her body and definitely knows what's up with her lady business. Cutting to the quick --- Does anyone have recommendations for a female urologist who LISTENS to her patients in the Portland, OR area? [more inside]
UTI? Kidney stone? Poltergeist in the bladder?
I've been experiencing bladder pain for a couple of days. Never had a UTI or kidney stone before so I don't know if the pain is consistent with either of those things or something else (digestive/reproductive?). I'd be interested in hearing from people who've experienced this kind of pain before, and what the cause turned out to be. [more inside]
Which dry cat food is better for preventing UTIs and blockages
Which is the better dry cat food for a male cat (desexed) to prevent UTIs and blockages? [more inside]
First thing tomorrow vet visit or emergency vet?
The cat is exhibiting weird peeing behavior - urinating in small amounts, getting into the litterbox and not peeing. This started this morning. She is eight. Obviously we need a vet visit - do we need to go now to the emergency vet, or first thing tomorrow to the regular vet? [more inside]
Another UTI question
Feeling anxious, taking antibiotics for UTI. When can I expect relief? When should I try something else? [more inside]
Sudden urinary urgency, but no UTI?
Last Tuesday, I experienced my first ever issue with urinary urgency. Since then, it's only gotten worse. Both visits to urgent care have yielded negative urine samples and a "have a nice day!".. but this problem is getting worse, and causing some significant life problems. [more inside]
UTI and fatigue
Could a UTI be causing my extreme and debilitating fatigue? [more inside]
I can pee clearly now, the pain is gone
How did you get over recurring UTIs? What has helped you? [more inside]
Looking for a Foley catheter that I can use
I'm a morbidly obese male, 56. I have problem with recurring UTI's, about once every six months. (Way too much detail inside.) [more inside]
What to do about puppy UTI
My three month old puppy is peeing every five minutes and clearly has a UTI. Will this self resolve? How long should I wait before taking her to the vet?
Grain Free Cat Food for Urinary/Bladder Health
A year ago I asked this question about grain free cat food and have been feeding Bunny Cat Blue Buffalo Freedom dry food since then. Now she has bladder crystals and the vet wants me to change her diet. :( Help! [more inside]
Boyfriend extremely pushy with sex
I have been seeing someone for 4 months. Quite a few times he was very pushy with having sex while I am sick or during period when I made it clear that I don't want to. He never actually crosses the line in forcing me to do it but I still feel weirded out. [more inside]
UTI being treated - continuing kidney pressure/ache
I was diagnosed with a UTI on Friday and given antibiotics. I'm feeling much better, but am still experiencing aching in what I'm about 99% sure are my kidneys. I'm going to call my doctor on Tuesday when the office is open again, but in the meantime I'm hoping to get some kind of rough idea what to expect, and I figured the green was the place to go. [more inside]
Ten-day course of Cipro for UTI?
I was recently diagnosed with a UTI at an urgent care clinic. The PA (I did not see an MD or NP) prescribed a ten-day course of cipro to treat it (500mg, twice a day, for 10 days). That seems excessive to me (though I will take the full course of antibiotics as prescribed). Is such a long course of antibiotics commonly prescribed for UTIs? [more inside]
Antibiotic-related thrush or just itchy?
I am on antibiotics for a UTI. My vulva feels itchy and uncomfortable, but it isn't swollen or red, and I have no discharge. Could this be thrush? Should I self-medicate with Canesten or wait until I can see my GP after the bank holiday weekend (Tuesday at the earliest, in reality later)? [more inside]
My cat-wizard pees crystals. Cheapest food to make him stop?
Alternatives to Royal Canin SO wet cat food? [more inside]
Dealing with UTI symptoms
I've been to two doctors including one urologist and I'm trying to figure what is going on. [more inside]
Do I have to keep my cat on a prescription diet for life?
Kitty recently had a UTI and the vet seems to want him on prescription food for life. The thing is, my cats hate the food and so do I. Is this necessary? Additional ask about urine test results and red blood cells inside. [more inside]
Is it possible this GP is wrong about a UTI?
Is my partner's GP missing something here? UTI vs. chlamydia details inside. [more inside]
e coli ESBL+ urinary infection
After multiple knee surgeries, my mom was just diagnosed with e coli ESBL+ infection. [more inside]
I have an issue with a UTI... on a Mac.
My Macs have decided suddenly to merge the information on two kinds of files into a single file listing. As I use separate programs for these, switching back and forth is really not an option, and manually setting things is going to eventually drive me crazy. Help! [more inside]
Cat with a UTI and possibly stones?
My 3 year old female cat (DSH) is having urinary issues. We are on day 9 of antibiotics for a UTI (she had no crystals on her UA)and she is not improving. She will be going to the vet for a recheck soon, but I'd really like to hear other people's experiences with UTIs and bladder stones in cats. Does anyone recommend a particular supplement like cranberry? Should I ask the veterinarian to culture her urine for the right antibiotic? Money is in short supply, but I LOVE my cat and will do whatever it takes to get her better. [more inside]
Help me find a urologist. A nice one, please.
MeFites of Los Angeles (and environs), can you recommend a good female urologist? [more inside]
Cat can't a go go
I'm pretty sure my female cat has a urinary tract infection -- she's dragging her butt, licking herself all the time, going to the litter box a lot, etc. I'm going to take her to the vet, but I'm having trouble finding one that's open on Sundays. Is it okay for this to wait until Monday or should I go to an emergency animal hospital?
Can UTI = Pregnancy?
Can a UTI be an early sign of pregnancy? (Possibly NSFW) [more inside]
omfg i hate peeing
I recently started getting UTIs and bladder inflammation after every weekend I go to see my boyfriend and have sex with him. I need some guidance so I know what kinds of questions to ask my doctor, 'cause I am damn tired of needing to pee in pain every 10 goddamn seconds. [more inside]
Big Trouble in Little Bladder
Aaaaaaaaaargh! Doggy UTI! Please give me your advice for right now, and in the future. [more inside]
YANAD/YANMD – Was I mis-diagnosed?
Last Thursday and Friday I had really bad pain in my back on the right side, in the middle – just about where the ribcage ends. I had a low-grade fever on Friday evening. On Saturday morning I decided that the pain was bad enough to necessitate a trip to an Urgent Care facility, as my doctor does not have weekend hours. [more inside]
What to do when you're concerned but the doctor isn't?
Should I be worried about my split urine stream and side pain, even though my urologist isn't? [more inside]
Will new insurance cover UTI treatment?
Will an insurance company cover a UTI and/or bacterial infection possibly acquired before getting insurance? What if these infections are recurrent over the past 12 months, but the treatments have been paid for out of pocket? [more inside]
Ow. Hospital?
Is this pain really a UTI? Should I go to the ER? [more inside]
It doesn't even burn.
Why do I feel like peeing every 5 minutes? [obviously TMI] [more inside]
Need to know what this pain is that isn't a UTI or STD?
Asking for a friend. YNMD but the tests are back and it's not a UTI or an STD? What could it be? [more inside]
What positions are less likely to cause a UTI?
I'm prone to UTIs after intercourse. What sex positions are less likely to cause UTIs? (NSFW) [more inside]
A month a year with a UTI is too much!
More help with recurrent UTIs? [more inside]
Magic mushrooms? Maybe?
Does anyone have any experience with/can anyone point me towards information about using polyporus umbellatus extract to treat/prevent recurrent UTIs? More/relevant info inside. [more inside]
Is my doctor incompetent or do I have multiple conditions?
Is my doctor incompetant? I thought it was a UTI, he thinks it's a fungal infection, oh and also herpes and chlamydia depending on when you ask him. What gives? (slight amount of gross). [more inside]
I'm burning up inside!
[Potential TMI and NSFW Filter] I'd like some advice on preventing UTIs. [more inside]
UTI + International Beer Fest: Yay or Nay?
I'm 99% sure I've got a UTI (had one before, have all the same symptoms now), but I can't see my doctor until Monday. I'm not on antibiotics. Is it a horrible idea for me to drink copious amounts of beer tomorrow? [more inside]
what happened to me in the womb?
what happened to me in the womb? like Rh factor, but not. [more inside]
UTI + menstruation = stuck in the tub for 10 days?
I am in serious pain with a supposed UTI. Any suggestions on ways for me to get through this without losing my mind? Waiting to get culture back from hospital, my symptoms are not typical. Scared it's something worse... [more inside]
How can I help my cat with a UTI?
I think my cat has a UTI. Is there anything I can do until I can get her to the vet? [more inside]
UTI + discharge?
Urinary tract infection? (potential TMI filter) [more inside]
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