What other concerns do you have about a urinary tract infection during your pregnancy?

@Cordiallymichemarie

3 жыл бұрын

Finding relief for the inflammation and discomfort that is safe.

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

@@Cordiallymichemarie Great question! Ask your provider if Pyridium is safe for you to use? It can be purchased over the counter under the product name AZO. It is very helpful with the pain and discomfort associated with a UTI. Also, drinking plenty of fluids helps dilute the bacteria and flush them out of your system faster.

@vivienjannavalenzuela9330

3 жыл бұрын

Does U.T.I causes Skin problem during pregnancy?

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

@@vivienjannavalenzuela9330 Thanks for the question. UTIs do not usually cause skin problems during pregnancy. Instead, pregnancy can induce a variety of skin conditions including stretch marks, mask of pregnancy, linea nigra, and acne. These are usually caused by the hormones. PUPPPs is an itchy rash that usually happens towards the end of your pregnancy but must be diagnosed in person by a healthcare provider. There are a few other rarer skin conditions as well. If you were prescribed a medication for your UTI and you developed a skin condition, you need to contact your healthcare provider immediately. You may be having an allergic reaction to the medication. If you are unable to reach your provider, you should go to the nearest hospital to be checked out if you believe this is an allergic reaction.

@paulinanunez4291

3 жыл бұрын

What if you have a uti take 2 pills and then it goes away but find out your pregnant than you start seeing pink when you wipe until that pink turns into red kind of like a period but not as much? Can it still be the uti??

Great video man, dude you saved my life.

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

I’m 29 weeks pregnant and have been having chills,fevers, frequently going to urinate small amounts of pee. Idk how everytime my doctor tested me nothing came up and today finally she called and said I had a UTI the pain on both sides of the hips plus sciatica pain I cried everyday

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

I am sorry you have been feeling so bad! Hopefully you dr has given you a medication to treat the infection. It's important to treat infections because they can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider or the infection can come back worse. Feel better!

@leamssi1012

Жыл бұрын

Hi how are you doing? I'm 29 weeks pregnant and I had my prenatal visit on Monday 2/13/23 I was all ready felling with the constant to pee a lot and pain and like you know in every visit they test supostably for what ever is in the urine because they always ask for a urine example at ever prenatal visit and everything was ok so on Tuesday morning I was with pain Thursday 2/16/23 I had a lot of pain that I went to see a urgent care clinic and their they test my urine and it came out positive for UTI so I call my doctor and I told the receptionist about what was going on I told her that I had a UTI infection and that they prescribed me at the urgent care macaroni 100mg and I told the receptionist that the doctor from urgent care told me to let my obgy doctor what was going on. So I let the receptionist know that I was having pain and spotting and if I could get seen by the doctor for ultrasound to check everything is ok and the receptionist told me ho no we do not need to see you for a ultrasound neither for a UTI I was shok like what why?? So then I told her that if it was fine to take the antibiotics that the urgent care doctor prescribe and she's like I'll let your obgy doctor assistant to ask the doctor about tje antibiotics and it took 4 hour for the doctor assistant to contact me she told me that the doctor change the macrobid to Cefradoxil 500mg 1 capsule every 12 hours. And honestly I was expecting for the receptionist and for the assistance lady to tell me we'll come over so we can check you but no they didn't so I ended up in the hospital because I was feeling so bad with nausea and lot of pain they checked me and they said that I was having mild contractions so they wanted to check that it wasn't so to preterm labor so they checked with a swab to see if their was no delivery and thanks God it came out negative and they also told me that their was blood in my urine as well so they told me that the contractions were do to the UTI infection so they monitor my baby and baby's heart and movements were ok so I changed obgy doctor that same day hope to have an appointment with the new obgy doctor and pray to God that he takes good care. So right Now I'm still in some pain in my left side tummy abdomen and still with little contraction and little bit of spotting

@laralucia19ify

11 ай бұрын

I hope everything well well and you are all ok xx

@OrjiLovethezinne

6 ай бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor what medication can I take to treat this uti

@TheMaternityMentor

5 ай бұрын

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Thank for,you were very informative

@TheMaternityMentor

7 ай бұрын

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Thanks very much Mrs.

@TheMaternityMentor

11 ай бұрын

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Thanks so much!

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Very well said 👍👏👍👏👍

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2 жыл бұрын

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What do you think about macrobid vs fosfomycin? I was alarmed after reading the reviews and side effects women experienced when taking macrobid. After voicing my concerns, my provider ordered a script for fosfomycin.

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question. I personally have seen Macrobid used hundreds of times and never seen a bad effect. It's a very safe and very effective medication for treating a UTI. Fosfomycin is a very effective drug that can be used to treat a UTI however we don't use it that often. This is usually reserved for treatment resistant infections where other antibiotics have not been helpful. If you are having recurrent UTIs, I would suggest the Fosfomycin. Otherwise, I recommend the Macrobid.

@hutch9389

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor Is the fosfomycin associated with worse side effects? This is my first pregnancy and first UTI. I suffer from pretty significant health anxiety about these types of things.

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

@@hutch9389 I understand. There are more side effects for Fosfomycin than Macrobid. The side effect of Macrobid that causes people to worry is a brownish color urine but that is normal while taking the medication. The common side effects for Fosfomycin include nausea, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, back pain, sore throat, and stuffy nose.

D-mannose for prevention. Cranberry has NOT been disproven but drinking a ton of sugar will not help. The isolated molecule found in cranberry that helps is D-mannose. Essentially it makes the lining of the bladder and urethra more slippery so bacterial adhesion becomes difficult. Doesn’t work for everyone but can be good preventative. Also pee before and after sex.

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your comments!

Hi, I'm 6 weeks and have been prescribed MacroBID (nitrofurantoin) - I'm absolutely terrified to take them as I've read that they are not recommended? But I've also read that not treating UTIs can lead to miscarriage. I'm not particularly symptomatic- occasional stabby pain in the groin area, strong urine and urinating often. What is the best thing to do? 😭

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Macrobid is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. It's important to treat UTI's because they can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider or the infection can come back worse. Feel better!

Hello I was wondering if Nitrofur Mac 100mg generic for > Macrodantin 100mg is safe to take during pregnancy currently 17 weeks pregnant

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. Yes Macrodantin and the generic are safe for pregnancy. Additionally, it is one of the most common antibiotics I personally see prescribed to treat UTIs. Make sure to take all the medication, even after you start to feel better. If you can, please like my video and subscribe to my channel. It really helps me out. Thanks!

Hi mam’ 🌸 is Austell-Ciprofloxacin a harmful antibiotic during early pregnancy before missed period ?

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. There are some risks of taking these during the first trimester. You need to take a pregnancy test AND go back to your provider to evaluate if another antibiotic can be used. I cannot stress this enough, if you were prescribed an antibiotic for a UTI, you need to treat the UTI. Untreated you can become septic and have a miscarriage. However, there may be other antibiotics that can be used.

Thanks for enlighting me ..hello I have a question is it ok to have cream colour discharge when pregnant in my third trimester

@TheMaternityMentor

11 ай бұрын

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I always try to self diagnose myself before going in to the doctor so I can give them an idea of what I think I have. So I am having contractions while urinating and needing to pee every 5 minutes. The only thing that helps is sitting on a heating pad. I went to my doctors yesterday and she assumed it was placenta previa because I had light spotting. (I am at risk for it) but I still have no relief. Is there anything we can do from home to ease the symptoms or treat it? Also is sitting on a heating pad safe for the baby? Because I know they say no hot tubs so I keep getting worried everytime I do it but I also have guests sleeping over and I’m extremely uncomfortable like 24/7

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Can you tell me how far along you are/how many weeks pregnant? Have they tested you for a UTI and it was negative? Did they do an ultrasound regarding the placenta previa? So let's talk heating pad - you want to use the heating pad at a setting that is below 100 degrees F. This is safer for your baby. Do not use it for longer than 10-15 minutes and probably 4-5 times per day but you need to check with your provider for sure in case they have a different recommendation based on placenta previa and your pregnancy. Some potential sources of comfort could be a bladder program where you urinate at regular intervals and some pain relief options like Azo and Tylenol but the answers to your questions will provide some better insight.

@SarahdayZ

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor I am 15 weeks and yes the did an ultrasound and an internal ultrasound but the specialist wasn’t exactly communicating with me so I have no idea if she anything worth worrying about or not? For me I just wanted to hear the heartbeat and I did. It gave me slight peace of mind but I have tried to contact my doctor and she has not answered yet. I think they may still be waiting to results. I have had tiny blood clots a couple times today and some other discharge that was thick

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

@@SarahdayZ It's very important for you to contact your doctor to determine if you have any type of placenta previa. Placenta previa is a condition that needs to be managed carefully. If you are having uterine contractions while urinating and you are starting to see blood, that is concerning. Clots, even tiny ones, shouldn't be ignored. Please understand these are signs that require caution but could be benign. You need to make sure you're doctor has tested you for a UTI. If not that needs to be done as soon as possible. I would also call your doctor about the clots and the discharge to request advice. If the bleeding or clots gets worse, call your doctor immediately or go to the hospital to get checked out. Finally, stop using the heating pad until talking to your doctor. Heat increases blood flow and may be contributing to the problem. With more details, its really important you get those ultrasound results. Tylenol may be safer for pain relief right now.

Hi Doc. I am on my way to 18th week pregnancy to my second baby. I have been experiencing UTI before marriage. In fact, I failed to bring my first born to life due to preterm delivery because of this infection. Now that I'm conceiving again, I am really worried about the effects of my recurrent uti especially this time of my pregnancy. Previously, I was asked by my OB to get a urine culture and a bacteria named Staphylococcus intermidius was identified. Also the Alantibiotics which were safe for pregnant, I was found to be resistant. Instead my OB prescribed me with fosfomycin but I feel that its not getting any better. Can you advice me of whats best thing to deal with this? I can't stop worrying. Thanks for your response.

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. I am sorry to hear this is happening. The first thing is to get rid of your UTI. Fosfomycin is safe for pregnancy. Make sure you complete the entire prescription and do not stop when you feel better because that can make the infection come back and be antibiotic resistant. Also, for people who have antibiotic resistant infections, its important to take the antibiotics exactly as prescribed. This means if it's every 8 hours, you should set an alarm for every 8 hours to take as prescribed. Do not estimate. Second, many antibiotic resistant infections are best treated by taking the antibiotics for longer than you traditionally would, for example, 2 weeks vs 7 days. Also, adding a second antibiotic may be helpful. I think you should ask your provider to refer you to a urologist which is a provider who can check out your urinary system to see why you may be getting recurrent UTIs. For prevention, use all the tips found in the video. For you, I would add washing your hands prior to using the bathroom as well as after. Staphylococcus intermedius is usually found in animals including cats, dogs, cows, horses, ect. It's possible you are touching a surface where the bacteria was located and then transferring it inadvertently. If you have domestic animals like dogs or cats, keep your bathroom door closed or your toliet paper out of reach because it may simply have been they nosed the toliet paper and it transferred to you. I am not advocating getting rid of your animals. Animals are extremely beneficial to humans but this is a simple way to ensure that you don't get exposed to the bacteria again. Good luck!

@yvethfulgueras9128

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much and ill be taking all your advice.

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

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@aishwaryareddy5805

7 ай бұрын

@@yvethfulgueras9128 hi I am too late may I know how did ur pregnancy go I hope u reply

@elizabethjamatia1058

Ай бұрын

Hi.... I have a burning and painful urination. Can you suggest me that will get rid of this?

Ma'am I have mild cramps in pelvis area and frequent urination.i am 26 the week pregnant..due to alarming covid situation I preferred to drink lots of water and wait for a day to see if my situation improves by water itself at home..and it is getting better...cramps is almost gone...should I still visit my doctor?

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question! It's always recommended to go and see your doctor when you are cramping during pregnancy. Unfortunately, I am aware of the Covid situation making seeking treatment complicated in many parts of the world. Sometimes women will have cramping because they are dehydrated which can also contribute to getting a UTI. You should seek medical care immediately if the cramping gets worse, if you start bleeding or leaking, if your baby stops moving, or if you develop fever or other symptoms of infection. Keep yourself hydrated and use all the tips in the video. If you can call your doctor and speak to them over the phone, I think that is best. Good luck!

This was good

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Hi Doc, I'm 20 weeks pregnant. And based on my urinalysis I have uti. My Doctor prescribed me amoxicillin and 1 week bedrest. Is it okay?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Amoxicillin is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. It's important to treat UTI's because they can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider or the infection can come back worse. Feel better!

Hi Doc. Do you think is it safe to take cefuroxime axetil antibiotic for UTI during pregnancy ? I'm on my 15w and 5 days

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Cefuroxime is an excellent medication to treat UTIs and it is safe for pregnancy. Remember to complete the prescription. Do not stop taking it when you feel better because the infection is still there. If you can, please like my video and subscribe to my channel. It really helps me out! Thanks!

Hello Doc, I am 27 weeks pregnant and was diagnosed with UTI and I was given cipromeds are they safe to use?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Cipro meds are safe for use in pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. By 27 weeks pregnant, most of the risks have been eliminated. Cipro meds are very effective at treating a UTI. Make sure to take all the medication as prescribed and do not stop just because you feel better. This can make the infection come back worse. If you can, please like my video and subscribe to my channel. It really helps me out. Thanks!

good morning ma’am, my wife is 14 weeks and she has uti, her pelvis hurts a lot and i was asking if it’s common and if it damages the baby

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. UTIs are very common during pregnancy. If left untreated, it can be bad for mom and baby. However, pelvic pain can be caused by other infections as well as structural issues like round ligament pain. She should visit her provider so they can investigate it further. If it is a UTI, make sure she takes the medication being prescribed to her.

Good day doctor. My doctor recommended cocodamol because I complained about pains and fever. I have read online that cocodamol is not good for pregnant women especially women in their first trimester. I am only 9 weeks pregnant. Is it safe for me to take cocodamol?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! This medication is basically Tylenol with codeine. Tylenol is safe for use during pregnancy but I would avoid codeine unless it's absolutely necessary, like surgery or broken bone. So I would not take this medication and instead ask for plain Tylenol. Also, your doctor needs to investigate why you have a fever to begin with. Feel better!

Hi, I was diagnosed with group B and uti I was given cephalexin 500 mg 4x daily after that + 1 pill a day for remaining of pregnancy. I’ve been on this meds since 19 weeks in currently 24 and wondering how safe is it to take for the entire pregnancy?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Cephalexin is safe for use during pregnancy however I would be asking for a second opinion. In the United States where I am, we test women right before delivery. if she tests positive for Group B Strep, we treat her during her labor and delivery. If she develops an infection earlier and it is related to Group B Strep, we will treat it then for a set period of time however we do not use daily antibiotics in general. It can create antibiotic resistance and make it more difficult to treat future infections. I believe your baby should be just fine. But I am concerned about the use in general. However, there are other factors that I do not have the information for, so do NOT stop taking the medication without speaking with your healthcare provider first. Feel better!

@yohanavalencia7553

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor thank you so much for your reply!

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

@@yohanavalencia7553 You're welcome!

@simplyblessed240

Жыл бұрын

@@yohanavalencia7553 any updates? How r u feeling?

Good day doctor, I'm 16 weeks and my ob prescribed me ampicillin 500MG. Is it really safe and won't hurt my baby? I am scared to take it and I should take it 2x a day. And what is really for !? Thank you.

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Ampicillin is used commonly during pregnancy for the treatment of infections. We also use it to prevent infection when you are having a cesarean section. This antibiotic is safe for use in the first and second trimester when benefits outweigh risks. UTIs can be very dangerous during pregnancy because they can cause miscarriage and preterm labor. Please make sure to take all the medication as prescribed. Do NOT stop taking it when you start to feel better. This can cause the infection to come back worse later on. Good luck! If you can, please like my video and subscribe to my channel. It really helps me out! Thanks!

Hi Doc. I am in my 3rd trimester,first pregnancy. I am getting recurrent UTI. Took cefixime course for 5 days twice, now completed 3 days xone inj IV but still facing multiple times urination. Kindly suggest what needs to be done.

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Your healthcare provider needs to culture your urine. That will determine which antibiotic should be used to clear up the infection. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

Hi, I am currently on my 13 weeks. I was prescribed with Antibiotic called “Cephalexin” … but after taking it for 2 days, i started to feel my genital area being itchy. I also feel nauseous when I take the tablet. Should i stop using it? Please notice me and hope you can give me the answer. TIA

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Cephalexin is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. It's important to treat infections because they can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider or the infection can come back worse. That being said, you may be having an allergic reaction. Call your doctor and discuss what is going on. Feel better!

Hi I’m 5 weeks pregnant and went to the er yesterday due to spotting and whenever they checked my urine it came up that I have a uti so they prescribed me cephalexin 250 mg (2 pills ) 4x a day and they also did a vaginal ultrasound and baby is fine but since I left the er the bleeding has gotten brighter red and I’ve also felt light cramping in my lower abdomen/lower back I called the er to see if I should go in and they said It sounds like uti symptoms and i should be fine then hung up but im still worried because the spotting is turning darker red each time but not heavy like period. Is the bleeding due to the uti infection or could I be miscarrying?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. I'm sorry to hear this is happening. Bleeding can be very stressful. The bleeding could be caused by the UTI but it can also be caused by a miscarriage. You should continue to take the antibiotics to treat the UTI and reach out to your personal healthcare provider so they can examine you. The UTI can cause uterine contractions which can irritate the placenta causing the bleeding. However over time this can cause the placenta to fail. Call you healthcare provider and get checked out. Sending you love and light and healing thoughts!

@divyaathamilmani7854

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ashleyare you feeling better now?

@ashamohamed2812

2 жыл бұрын

Hi doctor am suffering with U.T.I and I have pregnant now everyday am drinking the medicine but still the u.t.i not yet gone what shall I do to protect the health of my baby it is my first born help me doctor

@jossymunyelutha7962

Ай бұрын

I'm 13 week pregnant but I have UTi what can I do

Hi I hope u read my message so I am little prone to uti , u had uti in my first pregnancy which was asymptomatic and I went to spontaneous labour as my cervical cerclage failed and few doctors said it might have happened due to infection too my babies didn’t survive Now after 1.5 years am 6 weeks pregnant with recurrent uti since 1 month bacteria has been changing I am losing my mind this uti is not going am scared of losing this pregnancy too my gynaecologist had prescribed niftas yet no help gave me fosfomycin for a day yet no relief am drinking 5 litres of water cranberry juice I practice all hygiene necessary yet it’s not going am scared to death now Is there any chance of having uti and carrying ti full term ? I don’t see any hopes

@TheMaternityMentor

7 ай бұрын

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Hi please reply I am 7 week pregency i have only burning sensation after urination so my doctor suggested to use disodium hydrogen citrate syrup and fosfomycin powder .. Can i use it

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! The fosfomycin is safe for use during the first trimester when benefits outweigh risks. It's an excellent choice for treating a UTI. Unfortunately, I am not familiar with the other medication and therefore cannot say whether it is safe or not. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

Hello doc. I am 25 weeks pregnant and have enterococcus faecelis bacteria in urine culture since 9 weeks pregnancy. Doctor prescribed me various antibiotics since then. But the infection is still present. Should i consult a urologist? I am afraid that the use of these many antibiotics might reflect on the baby's health even after birth or after he grows.

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Yes - you should be seeing a urologist to do some further testing to see what may be causing the issues. You may need IV antibiotics. Feel better!

Good afternoon my doctor prescribed me Cephalexin 500mg 5 times a day I’m 23 weeks pregnant and scared to take anything due to past miscarriages. do u think it’s fine for me to take?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! I completely understand why you are so scared to take any medications. It's important to understand that untreated UTIs can also cause preterm birth and miscarriage. If left untreated, you can develop sepsis which is a blood infection and that same blood also travels to your baby. Cephalexin is safe to use during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters. Good luck!

Hello I am 40 weeks pregnant and have UTI over 2 month. I was given medication that didn't help. I did all the right things. Drink alot of water etc. I did a urine culture it came back saying their is no bacteria that is causing the UTI. Everything was negative except the UTI bt no specific bacteria. I am now on Augmentin and praying that it helps. I would really want to know if this will affect my baby by causing any birth defects. I am so sad right now.

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. I am so sorry you feel sad. You are doing the best thing for your baby by treating your UTI. Taking an antibiotic at 40 weeks should not cause birth defects. Birth defects usually develop in the first trimester. Its really important for you and baby that you remain as healthy as possible. Taking antibiotics is part of that. Try to enjoy these last few days of your pregnancy. You will be meeting your baby soon! However, it is ok to be sad. I'm sure this has been scary and overwhelming. Take care of yourself.

@faizabutt9374

2 жыл бұрын

How's your baby ??? Now after course of antibiotics ????

@simplyblessed240

Жыл бұрын

@lady Stacy updates?

Hello Doctor.. I am 8 weeks pregnant and I did urine and urine culture tests. It turned out that I have (UTI) caused by bacteria.. I was shocked because I had no symptoms at all.. the doctor prescriped antibiotic “Nitrofurantoin” for 7 days and recommend drinking plenty of water.. I have 2 questions: 1- What if it turned positive again after the medication? Really worried about my baby. 2- I had no symptoms, and still I don’t.. how is that possible? Does it mean it’s not risky? Thank you so much

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! If you take the medication as prescribed, I doubt it will turn positive again right away. If you have a UTI without symptoms, it could be that the urine was contaminated. Therefore, it's sometimes prudent to recheck the urine sample to confirm. Good luck!

@leenal-sayed9444

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor Thank you so much for helping people out there! ❤️ I will redo my urine tests in the next few days after my medication.. Hope it’s cured already and never comes back again..

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

@@leenal-sayed9444 You're welcome! Good luck!

@99ninalove

Жыл бұрын

How's your UTI after nitrofurantoin? Did it treat?

Can UTI cause bleeding in pregnancy? I started spotting on and off after sex at 10weeks. I went to the hospital they said possible UTI but baby seemed fine. I won’t get a scan for another two days so 10days after it began. We haven’t had sex still but bleeding has continued. UTI won’t be confirmed till my scan either. I notice slight sting in my vagina lasting only a second sometimes like there a cut or irritation inside. I haven’t had any abdomen pain out of the ordinary

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

I'm sorry to hear this is happening. It sounds very scary. It's possible it’s just slight vaginal tearing that caused the drops. The vaginal tissue gets very thin during pregnancy and can tear easily. UTIs can also cause bleeding so you need to monitor the bleeding carefully. If they are treating you for your infection, make sure to take all the medication as prescribed. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

Hi, I have a UTI and recently had a miscarriage at 6 weeks. The doctor prescribed an antibiotic - co-trimoxazole for 3 days for the UTI saying only this particular antibiotic is effective on the bacteria . Online research showed that taking this antibiotic is not recommended for upto 3 months before conceiving. Is it ok to take it if I am trying to conceive?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! I'm sorry to hear about your miscarriage. A systematic review of co-trimoxazole showed a slight increased chance of birth defects when taken early in pregnancy. However, many of the defects were neural tube which an be caused by lack of folic acid. Antibiotics do not last in your system for 3 months, so you don't need to wait that long. To be safe, first make sure you are taking a prenatal vitamin every day that has at least 400mcg of folic acid in it. Then, I would wait until one full menstrual cycle passes. Then it should be ok. However, you need to speak with your healthcare provider for the final word. Some providers recommend waiting a certain length of time before attempting to get pregnant again. This is based on the woman's health history so check in with your provider to be sure. Good luck. Sending you love, light, and healing.

@upliftspace1073

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor Thank you 🙂

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

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Ok. I’ve had a UTI my whole pregnancy. I’m like 30 weeks. I got the medicine under 20 weeks but I was scared to take the meds. But I just finished a second set of meds( did not take the first prescription ) but I’m still dealing with a yeast infection. 🤦🏾‍♀️ it’s itchy, I can’t empty my bladder all the time and my vulva is swollen. I don’t like doctors I’ve missed mostly all my appointments. I’m 30 weeks and only been to 4 appointments. Didn’t do the glucose test of anything. 🤦🏾‍♀️ I just don’t know.

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Daija, Just an FYI, I have become a doctor since posting this video years ago. Please. please, please follow the instructions when taking medications for a yeast infection. The medication initially kills off the weak bacteria, leaving only the strong bacteria which usually takes more time to kill off. So, if you stop taking the medication halfway then all that is left is the strong bacteria which comes back with a vengeance and then becomes harder and harder to get rid of. You're just making it harder to get rid of the UTI by not following your doctors recommendations and taking all prescriptions. Please. please, please go see you provider as soon as possible and be honest about not taking the 1st prescription. I am sending you lots of love and light. Best wishes.

@daijadivine3393

Жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor I took the whole prescription the last time it was given and I have a doctors appointment coming 11/21. I’m now trying to trust that the doctors have my best interest. Thanks you for your response.

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

@@daijadivine3393 Good luck.

Im 9 weeks pregnant i have uti infection 3 time and i used antibiotics but my symptoms r not going away im suffering badly i really dont know what should I do? When im going for test my tests r showing negative but i have white bleed cell in my urine i really dont know y i have this ?

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question! Unfortunately some women have more UTIs during pregnancy than others. It can happen for a variety of reasons. It could be that you have a very short urethra making it easier for bacteria to enter. It could be the baby is positioned in a way that makes emptying your bladder difficult. When the urine sits inside too long, we develop a UTI. It could also be that the bacteria isn't being killed by the antibiotic because it is resistant. I would ask your healthcare provider to refer you to a urologist. These are doctors who specialize in the urinary system. They may be able to evaluate you further to determine why you are having so many infections. They may also recommend that you go on an antibiotic for a longer period of time than the standard course to ensure the bacteria is killed.

Hello Mam, I am 37 weeks and 3 days pregnant, yesterday I went hospital for my routine checkup, Everything was good but my baby's weight is about 2.6 kg something, me and family are worrying about that..kindly ans me is this weight is ok or low??

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question. 2.6kg may sound low but it sounds good to me, especially if your healthcare provider says everything is good. Usually weight is determined by ultrasound. Ultrasound can be off by up to .5kg in either direction, more or less weight. That means your baby could be bigger or smaller than that weight but in my experience they are usually bigger. Additionally, babies will grow on average .5kg per week in the last month of your pregnancy. If you go until 40 weeks, your baby may gain up to 1.5kg putting the baby at 4.1kg. Finally, smaller moms tend to have smaller babies. I think your baby is a good size for your healthy pregnancy.

Hi there! I’m 13 weeks pregnant and 4 days. I’ve been with a UTI for a month now. My doc prescribed me nitrofurintoine did another test and came positive again so we repeated the treatment with the same antibiotic. Did the test again and it was positive, my doctor told me it is c. Koseri and prescribed me cipro for 7 days. I just finished the treatment a day ago and symptoms are still here. I have a lot of burning feeling when I pee and I go very frequently. After reading about the kind of bacteria I’m freaking out, and it’s giving me anxiety… I have an appointment to repeat the urine culture but I’m freaking out… even if the antibiotic is not stopping the infection I hope if helps to not get or something worst 🙏🏻

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

I can completely understand why you are so anxious! It sounds like there may be a couple things going on. First, I would ask for a referral to a urologist. You want a specialist in the urinary system to review what is going on. They may not be able to do a lot because you are pregnant but better to have experts join the team. Second, you may require IV treatment in a hospital with more than 1 antibiotic being used. This is going to be a risk vs benefit thing. Make sure you are following all the tips in the video. Wear cotton underwear at all times. Wipe from front to back when using the bathroom. Drink lots of fluids so that you are urinating frequently. Don't hold your pee. Go when you need to go. Pee right after sex and then take a shower. Drink real 100% natural cranberry juice. These will all only help the situation. They will NOT take away the infection but once it is gone, they will hopefully prevent a reoccurrence. Good luck!

@GodsInstrumentKay

2 жыл бұрын

How did things go?

@franzizs8537

2 жыл бұрын

@@GodsInstrumentKay they tested me again and it was negative. Didn’t have any other UTI in the rest of my pregnancy!

@GodsInstrumentKay

2 жыл бұрын

@@franzizs8537 Great! I finished a nitrofuratonin for a uti diagnosis recently and my asymptomatic uti has progressed into a very symptomatic one 🥴. I’m guessing the antibiotic didn’t work, and I really don’t wanna take it again since it made me feel like crap 😩. Your story gives me hope tho. 😊

@goadietitianprioshka

Жыл бұрын

Hi which medicine doctor prescribed you?

Mam, I tested positive in urine test and also vaginal swap. E.coli(++++) is present and yeast(+) also. Is there any problem for future pregnancies? Please mam tell me, is this curable or not? Please mam. Waiting for your answer

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question! E.coli is a very common cause of UTIs. It is often found in and around the rectum as well as in feces. Because our rectum is so close to the urethra and vagina, if we are not careful when we wipe after using the bathroom, we can get an UTI caused by E.Coli. Make sure when you are using the bathroom, you wipe from front to back, or from the vagina down to your bottom. Never the other way around. Having E.coli and/or yeast in your urine should not affect future pregnancies. It is absolutely curable. make sure you take the antibiotics prescribed by your healthcare provider.

Hello I am around 11 weeks pregnant and urine culture came out I have E.coli. My doctor prescribed me Nitrofurantoin Monohyd 100MG Take 1 capsule twice daily. I am concerned about taking antibiotics at such an early stage in my pregnancy. Being the person I am I did a little research according to CDC website states Nitrofurantoin can cause birth defects so I am even more concerned now and don't even feel like taking this antibiotic. Since I don't have any symptoms, I was thinking of treating this the holistic way and taking ginger tea, drinking lots of water and cranberry juice with no added sugar.I don't like the idea of this type of antibiotic. Is it safe for me to take this antibiotic? Thank you!

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Nitrofurantoin is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. It's important to treat UTI's because they can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. There is a lot of negative information about this medication on the internet but there are a lot of studies showing its safety profile. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider or the infection can come back worse. Feel better!

Hi. I am around 6 weeks pregnant andy urine culture came out I have E.coli, my doctor prescribed me amoxicillin500mg+clavulanic acid 125mg ONCE daily for 7 days. But some pharmacist told me it should be TWICE DAILY for 7 days. Im confused as to which to follow. Im also worried about taking antibiotic at early pregnacy. We conceived with my husband after 5 years of TTC. Alhamdulillah.

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

I would go back to your doctor to confirm the dosage. Taking too little antibiotics can cause the infection to become resistant and get worse. Feel better!

@user-ft9lb1ss7d

Ай бұрын

Hey sorry to reply after a year but I am 11 weeks and just found out I have the same infection E.coli.My gynaecologist prescribed me amoxicillin twice daily for five days I want to ask did this infection affect your pregnancy? Or you have a healthy pregnancy and baby 🙏🏻 I am so worried

Hello .Thank you for all .l'm 24 weeks pregnant. Last time l went to hospital with left side back pain.l got oral antibiotics and a lot of liquid as well as ozone therapy. After a week l have right side back pain.The last urine test was clean. What could l do now .l got antibiotics 10 days.after a week accepting them again may cause overdose or not? According to ultrasound my baby is 300 gr heavier than normal?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Taking a second round of antibiotics will not cause overdose. This is often required for a severe infection or an antibiotic resistant infection. As for your baby being heavier, antibiotics and UTIs do not usually cause this. It may just be right now and later on in the pregnancy, the baby's weight will adjust back to normal. Continue to drink lots of water which will help clean your kidneys out and hopefully help avoid another UTI.

I am 5 weeks pregnant with my second pregnancy and have Ecoli and usually have recurrent UTIs. My doctor prescribed a single dose fosfomycin and said it is considered safe for pregnancy but after researching online, I was hesitant to take it due to lack of research. Shall I go ahead and take it or do I get a prescription for another antibiotic?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. Most medications have limited study data because drug companies won't test medications on pregnant women. However, there is some limited data that shows Fosfomycin seems safe during pregnancy. Animal studies support this data. I think your healthcare provider is providing excellent care. It is important to get your UTI treated. Ecoli infections are common. They can be prevented in many cases with good hygiene. Make sure to wipe front to back when using the bathroom. Take daily showers but no baths. Change your underwear daily. This should help.

@marwaabdallah2664

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor Thank you so much

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Im 38 weeks pregnant and i have uti and infection of blood and my doctor give me antibiotics 2x a day but she said my baby is healthy...i just want to know if i had a severe uti and is can be dangerous for my baby and is there possible i caesarian?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. Our bodies are amazing and will do everything they can to protect our baby's. If your provider says the baby is healthy, that should be accurate. Make sure to take all your antibiotics to clear up the infection. An infection can sometimes increase the need for a cesarean section if it has not been treated and resolved. This is usually because fever in a mother can cause the baby to have an elevated heart rate making it more difficult to tolerate labor. UTIs that are effectively treated should not require a cesarean section delivery.

Please can you give insight and opinion on taking a long term antibiotic for recurrent uti’s. The name of the antibiotic is keflex 500 mg once daily. I am currently 7 months and trying to trust my Ob. Please help

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! At 7 months pregnant, most of your baby's development has occurred. Now your baby is mostly getting bigger and their organs are maturing. Long term use of Keflex should be safe. My only concern would actually be that you develop a yeast infection. Yeast infections, like all infections, can trigger preterm labor. Make sure to talk with your healthcare provider about what you can do if a yeast infection develops. Also ask if you can start taking a probiotic which may help prevent one. If your doctor has prescribed the medication daily, it is important not to skip any doses. If you do, the infection your doctor is trying to treat may become antibiotic resistant and require stronger medications which may not be as safe for your baby. Good luck! If you can, please like my video and subscribe to my channel. It really helps me out! Thanks!

@simplyblessed240

Жыл бұрын

Hi any updates?

My urinalysis shows few bacteria, trace leukocyte esterase but NO NITRATES. Is this a negative or mild UTI?

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Hi Doctor! Thanks for the video. I am 9 weeks. I have a UTI. Doctor prescribed me CEPHALEXIN. (500 mg twice per day for 5 days). I am afraid of taking any medication especially antibiotics, but I need to treat the infection. I need your advice, please. Should I ask for another treatment or is this one safe enough? Thank you !

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Cephalexin is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. It's important to treat UTI's because they can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider or the infection can come back worse. Feel better!

@zoyaakhtar2931

Жыл бұрын

Is your baby healthy now??i am also facing same issues as yours and currently using antibiotics. But i am very worried about the health of my unborn kindly tell me is your baby ok after using such antibiotics??

@imeldacordova7908

Жыл бұрын

​@@zoyaakhtar2931 how is your uti now? Have the same issue. Any tips? Thanks

@zoyaakhtar2931

Жыл бұрын

@@imeldacordova7908 Now i am good 😺Dont worry everything will be alright just follow your prescription and drink plenty of water.Its very common problem so dont take tension about it.😺Have a good day

My doctor prescribed amoxicillin to me but after looking a studies online it is shown that it is linked to an increased chance of a cleft platelet when taking it in the first trimester. I am so livid because there are other antibiotics that would’ve been better to use I don’t know why she prescribed this.

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Hello! I’m 5 weeks pregnant and got my urine lab result today. WBC Esterase said Trace Abnormal. I googled, and Google says it’s white blood cells in urine, im assuming UTI, im worried 😔

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Yes it can mean that but not always. Other things like symptoms are important as well. You need to contact your healthcare provider and find out what the plan is for treatment. In the meantime, drink plenty of water. The more you drink, the more you urinate and often that can flush the bacteria right out of your system. Good luck! If you can please like my video and subscribe to my channel. It really helps me out! Thanks!

Hi doc. I have a UTI and my doctor gave me amoxicillin to take. Is this okay to take? I’m around 7 weeks.

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Amoxicillin is a very safe antibiotic that has been used for decades. It is considered safe for use during the first trimester. Definitely take this medication as prescribed and complete the medication even if you start to feel better. If you don't, the infection will come back and it will probably be worse. UTIs can cause miscarriage which is why your provider wants to treat it quickly. If you can, please like my video and subscribe to my channel. It really helps me out! Thanks!

Hi vans here i am on the first semester of my pregnancy and i was given cefuroxime axetil it is safe for a baby?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. Cefuroxime is safe for use during pregnancy and it is an excellent medication to treat UTIs. Make sure to take all of the medication as prescribed. Do not stop taking the medication just because you feel better. This can cause the infection to come back. If you can, please like my video and subscribe to my channel. It really helps me out! Thanks!

I have something to ask .my partner is pregnant for almost 3months and she's suffering UTI . she's in high fever. what would I do in order to relieve UTI?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! If she has a high fever she needs to be taken to the hospital. Her UTI has most likely turned into pyelonephritis or a kidney infection. She needs strong antibiotics. If she does not get the proper treatment, it could turn into a blood infection called sepsis. I am sending her love and light and healing thoughts.

does uti during pregnancy pee blood like little clot? i always frequently pee and normal cramps and lower backache. do u think i have uti? im only 7 week pregnant..

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question. While its possible, it is extremely important that you seek medical treatment right away. If its a UTI it needs to be treated. However, that clotting, with cramping and backache could be a threatened miscarriage. These are all signs that you need to seek medical care right away.

Am 40 weeks pregnant but I got UTIs and da medic recommended me labstatin vaginal tabs but now am experiencing lower abdominal pain what should I do am worried I might lose ma baby

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

I'm sorry to hear this is happening. It sounds very scary. Continue to monitor your symptoms and update your healthcare provider with these changes immediately. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

Good day maam i just want to ask if those antibiotics we drink that was prescribed by our healthdoctors wil not defform the baby?

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question. Antibiotics have been found to be safe for the baby. Additionally, the infection they are treating is far more harmful. The exceptions are Tetracyline, Streptomycin and Kanamycin.

Hi, I am 10 weeks pregnant. And have pus cells around 12-14. No symptoms other than itching. Is it necessary to take antibiotics? My family doctor prescribed cephalexin, whereas doctor here in my city is saying that no need to take medicine. I am confused. Because I trust my family doctor more.

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Cephalexin is safe for use during pregnancy. I can understand your concern and confusion. I would recommend you have your urine retested. It's possible there was some kind of contamination. If the urine continues to test with pus cells, I would consider taking the medication. If they are absent, then you are good to go. Also, the itching makes me concerned more about yeast which cannot be treated with cephalexin. Your healthcare provider should swab your vagina and test it for yeast or other bacteria. Good luck!

Hello doc, I am currently 17 weeks. I have recurring UTI without symptoms. They prescribed me Cephalexin 500 mg 4 times a days. Is it safe to take it while pregnant. I am so worried for my baby.

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Cephalexin is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. It's important to treat UTI's because they can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider or the infection can come back worse. Feel better!

Hello a uti showed up as well but I told my doctor I have no symptoms she prescribed me cefuroxime 250 mg. Idk if it’s safe I wanna cure it natural

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Cefuroxime is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. There are no proven natural cures for a UTI. I would recommend you take the antibiotic because UTIs that are left untreated can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

Hey Doctor is ciprofloxacin 500g safe for treating UTI infection in pregnancy?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Ciprofloxacin as limited safety data for use during pregnancy. If another antibiotic can be used, it should be tried first. Ask your healthcare provider, why they chose that antibiotic. If your urine culture showed that was the best choice, that is a good reason to use it. Feel better!

Hello mam, I am 27 weeks pregnant. Uti infection has been found in the report..but i don't have any symptoms..the doctor told me to take niftas lablet 2 times a day,is it safe during pregnancy... please reply me...I am very nervous...

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Niftas is part of a class of medications that contains Nitrofurantoin. Nitrofurantoin is safe for use during pregnancy and is very effective at treating UTI's. It's important to take all the medication as prescribed or your infection can come back worse. UTIs can lead to preterm labor or sepsis. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

Hi Dr. I'm 22 weeks pregnancy and it all started with stabbing pain in my right kidney. My BP is normal and preeclampsia is negative, but urinalysis has bacterial infection, blood and protein present... I've started with nitrofurantoin for 5 days but no improvement in my kidney pain. I got ultrasound done and it showed mild hydroureteronephrosis and no stones For which I'm taking iv antibiotics or piptaz 3 times a day for 6 days and I have no other symptoms except for post urethra tingling burn not much. But the pain in my kidney is not reducing I am taking urispas for relief and paracetamol iv but I stopped it now. Please tell me what do I do?

@99ninalove

Жыл бұрын

I showed to urologist he says to keep continuing antibiotics if not better then take another scan

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! I'm sorry to hear this is happening. It sounds very scary. Right now the best course of action is to continue antibiotics and stay well hydrated. Your doctor should be performing a urine culture to determine if you are using the best antibiotic for your UTI. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

@99ninalove

Жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor Yes Doctor performed urine culture and are giving safe antibiotics Thank you. I am feeling much better, pain is there and burning after urine but not worst like before

@leamssi1012

Жыл бұрын

@@99ninalove How are you feeling Now

@imeldacordova7908

Жыл бұрын

​@@99ninalove how are you now? Any tips to your uti treatment. .. thanks

I’m just about 16 weeks pregnant now and I have a UTI. The only symptoms I have are lower back pain and stomach pain. They put me on Cephalexin 500mg every 6 hours and it’s making me feel sooo sick to my stomach, it’s hard to eat 🤢 I’m a little anxious about this antibiotic because I’ve never been on one before. I also had covid so I didn’t get the urine tested by the doctor because I was in isolation so I tested it myself and it said I had a UTI but didn’t know exactly which bacteria it was. The doctor then prescribed me Cephalexin without testing my urine. Is this okay? Is it possibly harmful?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry to hear this. I would ask your healthcare provider if they can give you something for the nausea like Zofran or Reglan. Just for the next few days. Also ask about Vitamin B6 which can help with nausea. If things get really bad, ask if they can switch you to a different antibiotic that is better tolerated, like Amoxicillin or Macrobid. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

@lux7196

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor thank you so much! Scares me to have no appetite because I know I need to feed the baby. Hopefully a day and a half of smaller portions doesn’t hurt the baby. Just gonna try soups and crackers for now

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

@@lux7196 The baby will be just fine. I personally lost over 30 pounds with my due to hyperemesis gravidarum and he was full term. Small meals will definitely work to keep both of you nourished.

@juvym.1574

Жыл бұрын

Hi I am currently on the same medication. Did you finished taking it? If so, how are you and the baby? I am so afraid to take the medication since it’s such a high dose. Thank you in advance!

@lux7196

Жыл бұрын

@@juvym.1574 hi! Yes I took the full amount prescribed. It cleared up before I was done taking it but baby and I are good. She’s currently 4 months old now, healthy strong and smart. :) don’t be scared, it’s completely okay for pregnant woman. If it makes you feel better, I also had covid when I was about 20 weeks pregnant and that was scary too but she is just fine ❤️

Hello ma’am I’m 1week pregnant my infection more doc prescribed antibiotic because infection 40-50 what can I do I’m worried

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Mam...am 21 weeks pregnant now.. during my 12th week I found I had a uti and my ob cleaned my bladder, and gave me nitrofurantoin for 7days and vaginal capsule for 6 days.... After that on my 18th week I felt burning while peeing so my ob advised me to do urine culture... And the result was E.coli... now also my ob prescribed nitrofurantoin tablet's for 7 days... Am so worried that after completing the tablets will my UTI go away or not.... And Will I have a full term? Pls suggest me something mam... Should I take Any other medicine? Dying for ur reply plzzzz....😫

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! The infection should clear again as long as you take all of it. UTIs are common during pregnancy and can reoccur. The best way to prevent this is to drink plenty of fluids and go to the bathroom often. Do not hold your urine. Be sure to wipe from front to back when using the bathroom. Change your underwear often and wear cotton underwear if possible. Good luck!

Hi Doc. I’m 14 week pregnancy and i have UTI my doc recommends me to take AKSEF 500mg twice a day .is’t safe for the baby

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. Cefuroxime is the main ingredient in Aksef. Cefuroxime is safe for use during pregnancy. Please take as prescribed by your healthcare provider and remember to take all the medication, even if you start to feel better. UTIs can cause miscarriage and preterm birth. The medication will help get rid of the infection. Good luck!

I have an UTI as well. I took the first pill of nitrofurantoin mono-mcr a day after they gave it to me in the hospital. It was blood found in my urine. What happens if i felt a little sick so i stopped for a day or more. I will be 10 weeks soon and haven’t been to the hospital since February 22. Will my baby still be ok? Cause i really don’t want a miscarriage on my first child I’m very worried.

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. If you have a UTI, it is important to take all the medication as prescribed. UTIs can cause miscarriage if left untreated. Nitrofurantoin can change the color of your urine making it look like there is blood in it. So, you should check with your provider to be sure what the color is from. Also, after a few days most UTI symptoms will go away but you still need to take the medication otherwise the infection can come back and be worse. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

@deondramerritt1689

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor thank you and I’m finishing out the medication 💊 so i want have to deal with it coming back. I started back today.

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

@@deondramerritt1689 You're welcome!

Hello ma'am. I m in my 25th weak.. Can I take gentamycin injections for uti as my doc prescribed. But everywhere on the internet its saying that its not safe. Plz reply

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question. Gentamycin is used regularly in pregnant women. It should be used with caution during the first trimester because there isn't a lot of study data. However, once you are in the second and third trimesters, Gentamycin can be used when benefits outweigh risks. UTIs can be very serious and if your provider is recommending this medication, I would use this medication.

@faizabutt9374

2 жыл бұрын

How's ur baby after taking antibiotics in pregnancy ???

@poonamupreti1346

2 жыл бұрын

@@faizabutt9374 i didn't take gentamycin... And my baby is good... No problem 🙂

Hi, I’ve had a uti since 8 weeks. I drank a Nitrofurantoin prescription at 8 weeks. Now a second dose at 14 weeks. Because I’ve had a UTI and antibiotics are now working, what risks am I facing? I’ve also had BV and took Flagyl. I have been taking antibiotics for almost my entire pregnancy.

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Antibiotics are generally safe for use during pregnancy. However, it's very important that they are used sparingly when possible. If you are having treatment resistant UTIs, you need to make sure your urine is being cultured to determine the best antibiotic to use. They should also send you to a urologist who can run tests to determine why you continue to have UTIs. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

@muktipandey9674

Жыл бұрын

Hi,how was your pregnancy after taking nitrofurantoin is everything okay with you and your baby?

@oneida081

Жыл бұрын

@@muktipandey9674 hello! Baby is 6 months. So far, healthy and happy :)

@muktipandey9674

Жыл бұрын

@@oneida081 thank you for replying!

@oneida081

Жыл бұрын

@@muktipandey9674 of course! Let me know if you have any questions

Hey Doc, Am 11 weeks pregnant and I got tested the other day after having endless lower abdomen pains and I had a terrible UTI, My doctor prescribed -Azithromycin tabs -Cefixime tabs use 200mg -Paarpin 650 paracetamol tabs -Gynanfort pessaries to insert. Please are the above meds safe?

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If you get uti during pregnancy is there a chance to affect your baby when born?ty❤

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. UTIs don't affect babies but they affect your pregnancy which can affect your baby. Any infection increases your risk of preterm labor. Preterm labor can affect your baby because it can affect lung development and gut health to name a few effects. It's important to treat UTIs to prevent this. Additionally, untreated UTIs can lead to sepsis in a mother. Sepsis is a blood infection and that can be dangerous for your baby because of the effects it has on you. If you can, please like the video and subscribe to my channel. It really helps me out.

I have been prescribed Cephalexin at 500 mg/day. Thoughts on this?

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My docter is giving me cefixime is that safety for my pregnancy? Now am on 26 weeks and detected UTI. When i go to pee is Lil bit hot or warm on that urine and is that can b heal only use that cefixime? Is that effective to cure?

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Cefixime is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. It is also an effective treatment for UTIs. It's important to treat UTI's because they can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider or the infection can come back worse. Feel better!

@ips859

Жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor which kind of food i need to avoid for that UTI is not come back again? And what food are best for UTI?

You said at the end of pregnancy the doctor will give you antibiotics I’m 9 weeks group b positive I don’t want to take any…. Will it go away on its own? What can happen if I go ahead and take the antibiotics? Seems like there should be another way

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Sometimes it goes away. Sometimes it doesn't. Make sure you discuss the risks of not being treated for the infection. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

Good day doc , I'm not feeling well I think I have UTI can I take amoxicillin 25weeks pregnant . .. doc can I ask for advice

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. Amoxicillin is safe for use during pregnancy. However, you want to make sure you get examined and that you have a urine test performed. The test can tell your provider what type of bacteria caused the infection so they can prescribe the right medication. Good luck!

@sarahlee8613

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor hi please replay i have a infection in my urine am 35 weeks two days pregnant the pricribe zinnat 250mg for 1 week is it safe to take...am not getting any systoms

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

@@sarahlee8613 Please see my response to your other post.

Hi doc, currently I m 35 weeks pregnant I have uti staphylococcus aureus bacteria,is there any serious

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! It's important to treat UTI's because they can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider or the infection can come back worse. Feel better!

Um here becausr my best ftiend she saw blood with urine snd the Dr say its infaction um scared what can she do to keep her healthy prgnancy ??🥺

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! Yes blood in the urine can be very scary. She needs to take all the medication prescribed by her doctor for the infection. She also needs to drink plenty of fluids. I would also recommend she wear a sanitary napkin or pad until the infection has been cleared up. She wants to confirm the blood is in the urine only. If it is, the pad will remain clean and dry. If there is blood or pink tinged on the pad, she should contact her doctor. The doctor will double check the blood is not vaginal. If she wipes pink or red, it could be the urine. If the bleeding becomes worse, she should call her doctor or come to the hospital immediately. Fortunately, UTIs are very common. As long as she takes the medication, she and the baby should be fine.

Hi doc. Im 5weeks pregnant and was diagnosed uti. My OB Prescribed cefalexin ceporex. But i am hesitant to take. Coz i research ang it says no antibiotics until 60days of pregnancy.it can cause birth defect.. help plss

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Cephalexin is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. UTIs can cause preterm birth and miscarriage so it's very important to treat them properly. Cephalexin is a good medication for this. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed. Don't stop when you are feeling better because the infection can come back worse. Good luck!

Hi Doc. My doctor prescribed nitrofurantoin for 7 days 100mg for a uti. I am 6 weeks pregnant. I read that it can cause birth defects. Is it safe?

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Nitrofurantoin is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. It's important to treat infections because they can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider or the infection can come back worse. Feel better!

@ellapayne3396

Жыл бұрын

I'm 6 weeks today and have been prescribed this antibiotic - did you take this and was everything okay??

i have diagonosed uti in my 10th week of pregnancy..dr prescribed me caricef (cfixim tryhidrate 400 mg)for 5 days..this antibiotic is safe in 1st trimester?

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question. Animal studies have shown no adverse effect on babies during pregnancy. Therefore this medication is considered safe during any part of your pregnancy as long as its determined to be more beneficial than not treating the infection. In the case of a UTI, treating is definitely better.

@healthyrecipesandartbox3985

3 жыл бұрын

can i use cranberry for drinking fir uti?

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

@@healthyrecipesandartbox3985 Thanks for asking. Pure cranberry juice can help with UTI's but only a small amount. If your healthcare provider recommends using an antibiotic, you should do that because UTIs can be harmful for your pregnancy. However, if you have frequent UTIs, I recommend drinking plenty of fluids and you can drink pure cranberry juice as part of that. It may help prevent new infections.

I had a urine test it shows 1-2 pus cells , 1-2 epithelial cells ,all other values r normal.. I m having frequent urination with some burning plz guide me. Report is almost normal.

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question. I think you may be developing a urinary tract infection. I would start drinking lots of water and also some pure cranberry juice. Cranberry juice has sugar in it. Too much sugar, even natural sugar (fructose) can be bad for your pregnancy. Drinking water can really help. You need to reach out to your healthcare provider. I assume your healthcare provider ordered the urine test. If they do not want to treat you at this time, please follow their directions as well but if the burning continues for 2 more days, call again. Finally, if you get severe pain, fever, chills, vomiting, or your lower back starts aching or has pain, you need to call your healthcare provider immediately or go to the emergency room. These can be signs of a kidney infection which needs to be treated quickly.

Can you recommend a dipstick that you can check if you have any UTI during pregnancy at home? Thank you.

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question! There are many brands out there to choose from. I think Azo has a lot of good products. However, I think its very important to be tested through a laboratory. Home tests may tell you that an infection is present but they cannot culture the bacteria that's causing it. Only a laboratory can do this. Once you know the bacteria, the proper antibiotic can be prescribed to kill it quickly.

I’m 22 weeks pregnant and have had 4 UTI’s during this pregnancy. I have been prescribed macrobid each time and the first few days of the medication are horrible for me. Headaches, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach pain. Do you have any recommendations for all of this to stop? 😢

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@user-kq7it4bf6k

Ай бұрын

Is ur baby ok?

Hi doctor I'm 33 weeks pregnant. I ve been with a UTI my doc suggested me to take taxim o 200 mg , is it ok to take

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Hi, Im 35 weeks pregnant. I have UTI. What antibiotics would you recommend that safe for pregnant. Our health provider recommend to take Cefalexin but the pharmacist refused to give me.

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Honestly, find a new pharmacist. Your provider gave you a prescription for a very safe antibiotic that is also very effective in the treatment of UTIs. I have no clue why the pharmacist would refuse to fill it. Cephalexin is even safe for use during the first trimester. By the 3rd trimester and 35 weeks, there is no issue with this medication. We use Cephalexin often to treat GBS infection and as prophylaxis during a cesarean section. Unless the name of medication has been typed wrong, the pharmacist should have provided that medication. Good luck!

@simplyblessed240

Жыл бұрын

Hey Donna how did it go?

@rachelmuruga4716

Жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor hi I have UTI but I was given Nitrofurantoin but now I am urinating greensh urine I am 36 week

have white discharge during the washroom I feel it so is it save or matter of concern

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! You should contact your healthcare provider so they can check you out. Some discharge is normal during pregnancy however it should always be checked out to make sure it is not an infection. White discharge may be a yeast infection. Yeast infections left untreated can cause preterm birth or miscarriage. Please see my video on this: kzread.info/dash/bejne/c66byI-xnbDHkbQ.html Good luck! If you can, please like my video and subscribe to my channel. It really helps me out! Thanks!

31weeks but when I pee I feel burn an pain what causes this please tell me but my unrine I neg when doctor check so I don't understand

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Hello mam What is the preferred antibiotic for klebsiella pneumoniae ssp.pneumomiae ......6th week of pregnancy with recurring UTI ....please advice !!!

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! There are a variety of antibiotics that can work including the family of cephalosporins. Without knowing the full clinical picture and test results, there is no way to make a specific recommendation. What is your healthcare provider recommending?

@godssenm.j2140

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor right now we have the done urine culture and and classified antibiotics ( sensitive / resistant) . Doc has asked us to repeat the urine culture one more time .. I am curious how much it could effect our pregnancy !!!?

@godssenm.j2140

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor I would like to share our test results , if possible can I have your mail id .!?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

@@godssenm.j2140 The repeat urine culture is a good thing. This can help decide what antibiotic will work best.

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

@@godssenm.j2140 Unfortunately, I cannot provide specific recommendations, even with test results, without you being an official patient of mine.

plz mum am 2months pregnant nd I run a lab test which indicates am having some infections nd some bacteria in my urine,so I have been given NOVACEF 250mg ,plz any advice for me because am lost

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. The active ingredient in Novacef is Cefuroxime. Cefuroxime is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. UTIs can cause miscarriage and preterm birth, so its very important to treat them. Feel better!

Hi ma'am I am now on My 9 weeks of pregnancy and my ob gave me cefuroxime axetil zofec 500 MG, is it safe for My baby? Thanks in advance 😊

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. This antibiotic is listed as probably safe during pregnancy. There is no known birth defects caused by this medication. UTIs can cause sepsis which is a blood infection and lead to miscarriage if left untreated. Make sure to take this medication as prescribed by your provider even after the symptoms go away. Afterwards, use the tips in the video to prevent getting another UTI so you don't need to take anymore medication. If you are able, please like my video and subscribe. It really helps me out! Thanks.

@jenniferabillon1641

2 жыл бұрын

Hi ma'am I am on my 12weeks now .my ob gave me cefalexine to be take atleast 7days. because i have uti is it safe for my baby? Thanks in advance.

Hello Dr please reply me i am 8 weeks pregnant and having UTI i need to pee all the time and i have burning and abdominal pain and discharge(yellow colour)also.Is there any danger for my baby??

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Please see your healthcare provider or head to the hospital for treatment. UTIs can be very serious during pregnancy. If left untreated, they can lead to miscarriage and preterm birth. They can also lead to sepsis which is a life threatening infection for both you and the baby. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

Can we take pregnancy test during UTI.Today i am affected by UTI then iam taking antibiotics. Can i take pregnancy test tmrw.. Pls reply mam...

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question! Yes you can take a pregnancy test while on antibiotics. It should not affect the result.

I have frequently bathroom visit and burning, my uti and vagina infection were negative. What should I do?

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question! I would continue to drink plenty of fluids, especially water. Wear cotton underwear everyday, preferably white so your vagina is not exposed to dyes. Shower daily but avoid harsh soaps. Often baby soap is best. Make sure to wipe from front to back. If your current tests are negative, you may need to get tested again in a couple days.

@ajab40

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMaternityMentor so it is not possible to have kidney infection without having uti?

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

@@ajab40 Not likely. When your kidney is infected, the urine that comes out of the infected kidney is full of bacteria. In fact, most kidney infections start out as UTIs or bladder infections that travel up to the kidneys. Kidney infections also manifest differently. You are usually more sick - very tired, fever, backache, flu-like symptoms. If it gets bad, you require IV antibiotics. It could still be a UTI that is not bad enough to be detected yet. If your urine starts to look cloudy or starts to smell, return to your doctor for another test.

Hi Maam..Im 10 weeks og pregnancy now..Im taking now Cefuroxime-Cefurex..Is it ok.?

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Cefuroxime is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. It's important to treat infections because they can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider or the infection can come back worse. Feel better!

I have candida infections since 4rth month of pragnancy now i am 6th months i already have preterm labour i visit the doctor she recommended veginal ovoules after using this i have no discharge but my pelvis and back pain are increasing day b day kindly advise me

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Vaginal suppositories are often used to treat yeast infections. This should help with discharge but back and pelvic pain are not good signs. You need to contact your healthcare provider and be evaluated as these can be continued signs of preterm labor. Good luck. I am sending you love and light and healing thoughts.

Hi doc.in my urine test epithelial cells 15-20hpf nd pus cells is 4-6 hpf docbsuggest urikind k syrup is it safe for use in my pregnency

@AlOStudioo

Жыл бұрын

Please reply

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My docter is giving me another medicine name is monuril is that safety for my pregnancy? Right now am on 30 weeks

@TheMaternityMentor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Monurol is safe for use during pregnancy when the benefits outweigh the risks. It's important to treat infections because they can cause preterm labor and miscarriage. Be sure to take all the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider or the infection can come back worse. Feel better!

Hi i have wbc and rbc in urine. I am pregnant. But i dont have any sort of symptom or problem. Even my doctor didn't talked about it. Should i be worried?

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Hello doc! I’m 24 was pregnant and tested positive for UTI. My midwife prescribed me for trimethoprim (Tablet) 100 mg every 12 hours for 7 days Take with food Quantity: 1400 mg I would like to know is it safe for my pregnancy?

@TheMaternityMentor

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking! Trimethoprim is a folic acid inhibitor meaning it will reduce your folic acid. This can be harmful to your baby. However, having a UTI can also be harmful. I would ask your provider if this is the only medication you can take for your infection or if there is a safer option. If nothing else is available, I would follow your healthcare provider's advice. Feel better!

Good am mam Can ask ?? co-amoxiclav twice a day?

@TheMaternityMentor

3 жыл бұрын

That sounds like an antibiotic, however its not one I am familiar with. Most antibiotics are dosed twice per day. If you're healthcare provider prescribed it twice per day, take it as directed. If that medication is sold in a store where you live, you should ask your healthcare provider if its safe for your pregnancy before taking it.