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What Is The Treatment For Klebsiella Pneumoniae Bacteria?

In late February, unbeknown to my doctor, I somehow contracted the klebsiella pseumoniae bacteria which resulted in a flu-like illness. I was treated with Cipro for secondary infections of the kidney, ears, sinuses and larynx. I recovered but developed an extremely itchy, oval-shaped lesion at the base of my tail bone. It seemed to respond to treatment with triamcinolone, but has since appeared in my genital area in several different places. Is there a connection to the klebsiella? My family doctor saw the lesion but wasn't able to identify it. I am itching terribly right now and unable to see one of my doctors. My urologist is treating me for a UTI and a possible yeast infection. I am 58 years old, 5'3" tall and weigh 155 lbs. I have been diagnosed with interstitial cystitis, fibromyalgia, mild psoriasis, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and triglycerides and have frequent UTI's. I had a complete hysterectomy and removal of the lower section of colon 11 years ago. Thank you for helping.
Fri, 19 Feb 2016
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Pathologist and Microbiologist 's  Response
Hi there... No absolutely not. There is connection between Klebsiella and itchy infection on the genital area or any place.For the itching please take cetrizine twice a day for a week , apply calamine lotion over the itchy parts. Take an Albendazole 400mg tablet( one tablet one day only). The itching could also be because of a flare up of the mild psoriasis you mentioned. Kindly consult a dermatologist for the persistent itching and hope your cholesterol levels are under control... sometimes this can lead to itching symptoms too.If possible review your Complete blood counts. There is no connection between the pneumonia and UTI/Yeast. take care
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What Is The Treatment For Klebsiella Pneumoniae Bacteria?

Hi there... No absolutely not. There is connection between Klebsiella and itchy infection on the genital area or any place.For the itching please take cetrizine twice a day for a week , apply calamine lotion over the itchy parts. Take an Albendazole 400mg tablet( one tablet one day only). The itching could also be because of a flare up of the mild psoriasis you mentioned. Kindly consult a dermatologist for the persistent itching and hope your cholesterol levels are under control... sometimes this can lead to itching symptoms too.If possible review your Complete blood counts. There is no connection between the pneumonia and UTI/Yeast. take care