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My test results show Enterococcus faecalis positive. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor, l had a scratch on my penis and went for an STD test and UTI test. The result shows Enterococcus faecalis. I need guidance to treat it. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Enrerococcus faecalis is a type of bacteria that is commonly found in the intestines of humans and other animals. While it is generally considered a normal part of the gut flora, it can also cause infections in other body parts, including the u... Read Full »
What causes recurrent enterococcus fecalis in semen analysis?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a semen analysis done two months ago and they found enterococcus faecalis. What causes this? Urologist put me on Amoxicillin and a month later a 2nd analysis showed the bacteria had gone. Just recently they did a fertility test since I am family planning and everything looked go... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Relax and do not worry. First of all, why did you have a semen analysis done? For what complaints? Enterococcus fecalis is very rare and may suggest contamination. If other parameters like count, motility, etc., are fine then it is nothing to worry. About round cells (... Read Full »