Pyelonephritis During Pregnancy
is an infection of the uppermost section of the urinary tract. The condition is more common in women with asymptomatic urinary tract or bladder infection.
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The Human Microbiome and Pregnancy, Fertility, Infertility
A great deal of study is underway to learn more about the vaginal, gut, and uterine microbiome (collection of bacteria, fungi, yeast, and other microbial inhabitants) in fertility and pregnancy.
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Urinary Tract Infection During Pregnancy
Some pregnancy hormones affect the bladder and attached organs, and this can increase the risk of bacteria ascending into the bladder and creating a urinary tract infection (UTI).
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Cranberries Not Effective in Preventing UTIs
New research, from Yale School of Medicine, shows that cranberry capsules did not help prevent UTIs.
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Should I Skip This Medical Appointment During COVID?
Never before living in a reality where a simple trip to see family or a ride on the subway has become a health hazard, our new normal during the Coronavirus pandemic is a jumbled mix of restrictions. We are finding new ways of doing simple tasks, albeit mixed with a lot of fear surrounding it all.
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Bladder Infections: Diagnosis and Treatment
A bladder infection occurs when bacterium from the area surrounding the urethra invades the bladder. Bladder infections are relatively common and can be treated with a course of antibiotics.
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Recurrent Bladder Infections
If the urine culture is negative after treatment, but symptoms persist,
additional testing to determine the cause of symptoms will likely be
ordered.
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Bladder Infection During Pregnancy
Pregnant women may be more susceptible to urinary tract infections and
bladder infections.
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Fewer Baby Boys Getting Circumcised in US: Good Idea?
A study of the lifelong effects of circumcision indicates fewer baby boys today are getting circumcised in the United States than in previous decades.
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Bladder Infections: Overview, Causes and Symptoms
A bladder infection is a type of urinary tract infection that affects
both men and women.
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Acute Pyelonephritis in Pregnancy
Pyelonephritis is an ascending urinary tract infection that may reach
the kidney. Severe cases of the infection may lead to pus surrounding
the kidney, kidney failure or death. In a pregnancy setting, any
infection poses a risk to fetal and maternal health.
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OTC Pain-Relievers Show Promise Preventing Recurrent UTIs
As many as 40% of women who experience a UTI will have recurrent episodes. A recent study suggests prevention of recurrent UTIs could soon be just a store shelf away.
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