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Chronic UTI

Kidney & Bladder | Last Active: Dec 25, 2023 | Replies (50)

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@blbird33

I had 4 UTI's in 4 months in and out of the ER. Too much stress for me. My urologist then started me on 250mg Keflex per day. TC said some people need a low dose of an antibiotic daily to prevent these UTI's. Is this safe to continue Keflex for years? I know you are not doctors, but just asking. It seems the TC does not talk about UTI's and what to do about them. Hope you had a very nice Thanksgiving. BB

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My information is that a regimen of antibiotics can be an adverse setup for the future in terms of resistance to other urinary pathogens. I would not encourage continuing on the Keflex for an extended period of time. It’s also very hard on your kidneys. Maybe get a second opinion?

Had bladder infections and UTI’s years ago before I started taking the cranberry vitamin daily. Cranberry juice is an option but has a high sugar count, plus is expensive. I’m no doctor either but being on ABT’s long term doesn’t sound like a real helpful idea. I’d say find a new doctor who will explain everything you need to know and ask about whether your condition would respond to cranberry juice or the vitamin which is much easier on sugar level.