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What Causes An Increase In The Pus Cells?

I was 6 wks pregnant when I was diagnosed with UTI having 7-11 hpf pus cells. I took antibiotic (Cefalexin) for 7 days 3x a day as prescribed my doctor. Now it s my 7th week, I had another urinalysis and the result says my pus cells are over 50 hpf! What is happening? I thought I am being treated by the antibiotic but why is that my pus cells even increased?!                                                                  
Fri, 19 Jul 2019
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Hello,

The symptoms seem to be related to a urinary tract infection.

I see that the antibiotic was not effective because the infection continues.

I suggest doing a urine culture to confirm the bacteria and proper treatment.

Meanwhile, I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms.

I also suggest drinking liquids and especially cranberry juice for relieve.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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What Causes An Increase In The Pus Cells?

Hello, The symptoms seem to be related to a urinary tract infection. I see that the antibiotic was not effective because the infection continues. I suggest doing a urine culture to confirm the bacteria and proper treatment. Meanwhile, I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms. I also suggest drinking liquids and especially cranberry juice for relieve. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician