I have recurring UTI, and no antibiotics seem to be effective. Please help.

Hi,

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I understand your concern. Most of the recurrence are due to the reinfection with the same organism or a different organism following the eradication of the previous one.

It can also occur in women with a healthy physiological urinary tract.

• An extended course of antibiotic therapy may be needed for four to six weeks.
• Drink 2 to 3 liters of fluids per day.
• Frequent voiding helps prevent adherence and multiplication of bacteria in the bladder.
• Post-coital voiding should be practiced, and the genital area should be cleaned before and after intercourse.
• Spermicidal jelly, vaginal creams, lotions, deodorant spray, or soaps and bubble bath should be avoided.
• Constipation should be avoided, and wiping from front to back after emptying the bowel should be practiced.
• Drinking cranberry juice helps.
• Topical Estrogen therapy has shown benefits in perimenopausal women.
• Antibiotic prophylaxis has been demonstrated to be highly effective in the reduction of recurrences.
• Continuous prophylaxis has to be taken for 6 to 12 months, depending upon the susceptibility pattern, safety, renal function, pregnancy status, and allergy.
• If it is related to sexual activity, post-coital prophylaxis can be taken.

Continue your medications for two to three days, but if symptoms persist, you should approach the hospital.