Although antibiotics are the first treatment choice for urinary tract infections, antibiotic-resistant strains of E. coli, the most common cause of UTIs, are increasing worldwide. As more bacteria have become resistant to the standard UTI treatment trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX), more doctors have prescribed quinolone antibiotics to treat UTIs. In some areas, quinolones have now overtaken TMP-SMX as the most commonly prescribed antibiotic for UTIs. Researchers are concerned...
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Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an inflammation of the bladder due to infection with a microorganism (such as a bacteria or virus). It is also... Read more »
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Antibiotics are the main treatment for all UTIs. A variety of antibiotics are available, and choices depend on many factors, including whether the... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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