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Why too many women are prescribed antibiotics for UTIs they don't have

A recent study revealed that many women who were treated for recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) did not actually have UTIs. Instead, their symptoms were attributed to hormonally driven inflammation and pelvic floor dysfunction. The findings suggest that current diagnostic practices may lead to overprescription of antibiotics for UTIs, potentially contributing to antibiotic resistance. Researchers emphasize the need for more accurate diagnostic methods to address this issue effectively.

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Why too many women are prescribed antibiotics for UTIs they don't have

A recent study revealed that many women who were treated for recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) did not actually have UTIs. Instead, their symptoms were attributed to hormonally driven inflammation and pelvic floor dysfunction. The findings suggest that current diagnostic practices may lead to overprescription of antibiotics for UTIs, potentially contributing to antibiotic resistance. Researchers emphasize the need for more accurate diagnostic methods to address this issue effectively.

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