<s>[INST] Hi there I am 27 weeks preganant and I recently had my urine test done. All is well except for the pus cell count which is between 10=15 also the epithelial cells count between 8-10. I want to know if its harmful and how to prevent such infection? the cause as well as the diagnosis? Thanks Shumaila [/INST] Hello dear, I understand your concern. In my opinion the urinary tract infections are common in pregnancy. The presence of 10-15 pus cells indicate urinary tract infection(UTI). You will need a course of antibiotics for it. The UTI or any other infection might provoke preterm labor by irritating the uterus. So take adequate fluids up to 3 liters per day to prevent UTI. Cranberry juice also helps in preventing UTI. Nothing to worry. It will subside with apt treatment. Best regards... </s>