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UTIs in Pregnancy: Risks and Management by deepak122 is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses urinary tract infections (UTIs) during pregnancy. Hormonal and mechanical changes increase risks for UTIs in pregnant women. Asymptomatic bacteriuria occurs in 2-7% of pregnancies and can lead to pyelonephritis or preterm labor if left untreated. Cystitis presents with urinary symptoms but no systemic involvement. Pyelonephritis is the most serious complication and may cause renal dysfunction. Treatment involves hydration and a course of antibiotics depending on the infection type and
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- deepak122
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