Re: bladder infection

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I am sorry to read your most current message about your unanswered posts. I will look into them for you.

>I am a 21 year old currently 16 weeks in my 2nd pregnancy ( 1st ended in
>miscarriage at 8 weeks in dec.98 No known reason )
>My doctor called 1 week after my appt. and all she said was "you have
>bladder infection go pick up your perscription"
>I am curious if this kind of infection has any affect on the baby?

I had a bladder infection (my first ever!) halfway thru my last pregnancy over a year ago. I have no idea if the infection causes any problems with the baby but I know you want to get it treated so it doesn't become more of a problem for YOU. A bladder infection can go up the ureters and become a kidney infection. Then you are talking about some major pain. Better to get it wiped out early and avoid the potential problems. I wonder if a *kidney* infection could trigger preterm labor?

>Should I be overly concerned?

Overly concerned, no. I would get the antibiotics and be sure to take the full course as prescribed.

>I have heard that they are easy to get in pregnancy, but how can I
>better help myself not to get them??

Yes, they are easy to get while pregnant. Drink plenty of fluids (lots of water) and void often. Pregnant women pee often enough you'd think! Drinking cranberry juice helps too.

>Lastly,. how common are hot flashes?
>I seem to get hot flashes at night.
>Not bad enough to actually make me sweat, but almost.
>Should I be concerned about them as well?

Sorry, I have no idea about this one.

>Im probably just being to concerned, but I don't want to loose another
>child!!

I do know how you feel. I have lost three babies myself (one in each trimester) over the years. It's normal for you to be very concerned and don't let anyone tell you otherwise!

Best wishes for a trouble-free remainder of your pregnancy. :)

Warmly, Mary

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Mary Shoup
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