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How To Treat Frequent Urination With Uti Test Strip Showing Leukocytes But Negative Nitrates?
I used a Wallgreen uti test strip and it showed leukocyites but negative nitrates. I only have frequent urine for symptoms. I did have a nasty UTI and ended up allergic to 5 different antibiotics so I am worried. I have no insurance and also have diverticulitis.
Sat, 1 Mar 2014
Hi,
Welcome to HCM.
If leucocytes are positive and nitrates negative, it indicates infection by bacteria which do not reduce nitrates. Frequent urination is the most common symptoms of an UTI. I suggest you get a urine culture sensitivity and please mention to the testing lab, the antibiotics you are allergic to. Drink adequate water and maintenance of personal hygiene is a must.
Thanks.
Welcome to HCM.
If leucocytes are positive and nitrates negative, it indicates infection by bacteria which do not reduce nitrates. Frequent urination is the most common symptoms of an UTI. I suggest you get a urine culture sensitivity and please mention to the testing lab, the antibiotics you are allergic to. Drink adequate water and maintenance of personal hygiene is a must.
Thanks.
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