Re: Microbid for a Possible UTI

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>2) Since I had a UTI about 8 months ago, should I begin to have "sterile
>catches" of my urine, to ensure it's my UT bacteria and not vaginal?

that is a good idea -- your doc can also culture teh clean catch urine to see if it is a real infection or a vaginal contaminant

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>3) Should I be tested for UTI's once a month from now until the end of
>my pregnancy?

ask your doc >
>4) How long does it take for a UTI to become dangerous? (i.e. cause
>preterm labor, kidney infections, etc)

there is no magic time frame. It depends on the seriousness of the infection and other factors you may have that would predispose you to preterm labor

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