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What Does E.coli And Albumin 3+ In Urine Indicate ?
my urine examination has shown albumen 3 plus and its culture has shown growth of ecoli in it after 48 hrs what does this indicate it has also shown few pus cells.
Wed, 25 Jan 2012
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You have urinary tract infection. It needs antibiotic treatment for cure. Drink enough water. The albumin is expected to be high but it is very high for just urinary infection. You may need to be evaluated for protein losing nephropathy by your Nephrologist. Do you have Diabetes, hypertension or any other medical disorders. Any swelling of the face in the morning when you wake up.
You have urinary tract infection. It needs antibiotic treatment for cure. Drink enough water. The albumin is expected to be high but it is very high for just urinary infection. You may need to be evaluated for protein losing nephropathy by your Nephrologist. Do you have Diabetes, hypertension or any other medical disorders. Any swelling of the face in the morning when you wake up.
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