Had UTI due to e coli, responded well to macro bid. Less than week later, after having pelvic exam and sex, have UTI due to staph sapro (50,000 cfu/ml). Finishing bactrim 7 days. Am 14 weeks pregnant. Otherwise, excellent health. Questions: what could have caused the staph infection? Do I need to be vigilant about regular urine tests to make sure doesnt come back? Why isnt bactrim indicated when pregnant?
Hi! Welcome to Chat Doctor! I appreciate your concern, nothing to worry. Following are the answers for the questions asked:1. You might have acquired the Staff infection during the pelvic examination since Staphylococci are normally found in the skin. If aseptic precautions are not undertaken then the chances of infection will be high.2. No need to have regular urine tests to detect the recurrence of infection. Maintain a good hygiene surrounding the private parts.3. Bactrim is the antibiotic found to be unsafe during pregnancy, hence not prescribed in your case. You are advised to take plenty of oral fluids, maintain good hygiene to prevent the possibility of UTI. Regards