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How can urine be collected from an infant for urine test?
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It is difficult collecting clean urine specimen in female baby. Collection by urinary catheter is advisable.
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Dr Deepak XXXXXXX Kaltari
MBBS, MS, MCh
Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
Urethral catheterization specimen can be collected
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Greetings
Dear Mr XXXXX
There is no need for concern. Urine can be easily collected by lab technician or junior doctor by urethral catheterization with number 10 Infant feeding tube using aseptic precautions.
I would suggest you to get the following investigation
1. Urine Routine and microscopic examination
2. Urine culture and antibiotic sensitivity
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak XXXXXXX
MBBS, MS, MCh
PUS cells on 3-4,amorpharous urate +ve.
It is Urinary tract infection
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Greetings
From the reports it's obvious that cause of symptoms is Urinary tract infection. As there is absence of fever it is very reassuring. If this is first episode of Urinary tract infection there is no need for further investigation.
I would suggest a course of antibiotics for 5 days.
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak
Cefixime will be helpful
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Dear Mr XXXXX
Syrup Cefixime is recommended . Dosage is 5 mg per kilogramme body weight per dose twice a day for five days.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak
| Question is related to | |
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| Drug/Medication | Cefixime |
| Medical Topics | Urinary tract, Feeding tube |
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