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Originally Posted by LuvMySissy  I consider myself somewhat of an "expert" on this topic (unfortunately)...I started getting UTI's when I turned 30 and they have been my nightmare now for 15 years!! I get at least one a year (used to get 3-4). I take cranberry caplets daily, eat lots of yogurt and drink lots of cranberry juice and tons of water.
What type of antibiotic are you on? Did you have a urine culture done? There are some types of bacteria that only certain antibiotics will cure. The standard meds many times don't wory effectively at all. If you aren't feeling better by the time you've had 24 hours of antibiotics, call your doctor back. Uristat (over the counter) will help with the pain, but will turn your urine orange and will stain - so pull out the old granny undies!! I've found the nausea is from the infection and pain, not usually the meds. Sometimes an ice pack helps as well (between the legs or on the low abdomen). Hope you feel better soon, Kristi...... |
Oh you poor thing. I too get them about every 2 months... since I was a child. They couldnt ever determine what was wrong. I am on macrobid and prydiam (sp?) You guys are so much more thoughtful than my husband! I think he already forgot I didnt feel good!!