Bacteria E. coli, in fact, are a normal component of the microflora of the body and contribute to strengthening the immune system and the proper functioning of the digestive system. But this is only true if they multiply in the appropriate environment. The intestinal wand in the urine signals problems in the urogenital area and possible inflammatory diseases.
Where does the E. coli appear in the urine culture?
This condition is correctly called bacteriuria and can be observed both against a background of quite innocuous factors, and due to more serious violations.
E. coli in the urine - reasons:
- incorrect sampling of liquid for analysis;
- insufficient personal hygiene;
- anal sex before laboratory tests;
- inflammatory process in the kidneys, bladder and ureter;
- pregnancy .
E. coli in the urine - symptoms
If the determining factor of the appearance of the wand is still the infection of the urinary tract, then it is accompanied by such signs:
- burning or acute pain during or at the end of urination;
- fever, chills;
- a sharp, unpleasant smell of urine;
- blood or purulent impurities, clots in secretions, mucus of yellow or greenish color;
- general malaise;
- traumatic pain in the kidney or lower back, a feeling of heaviness;
- frequent, up to 8-12 times a day, urination, inability to tolerate desires.
It is worth noting that sometimes these infections are asymptomatic, hidden, usually it is typical for people with good immunity. In this case, the above signs are either very weak, or none at all.
Norm of E. coli in urine
In the asymptomatic course of bacteriuria, the normal E. Coli values do not exceed the number of 105 rods per 1 ml of urine. In addition, it is assumed that there is no infection, and the reason for the presence of microorganisms is the wrong sampling.
If the patient treats the complaints typical for the inflammatory process, the threshold value of the norm is reduced to 104 E. coli in 1 ml of urine. You should also pay attention to the concentration of leukocytes in the biological fluid. If suspected of exacerbation of cystitis in combination with fever and other symptoms of the diagnosis, the diagnosis assumes the presence of at least 102 rods in the analyzes.
E. coli in the urine - treatment
Bacteriuria without signs of inflammation in the urinary tract does not always require treatment. Sometimes the body is able to cope with a small infection by itself through the defense mechanisms of the immune system.
In other cases, it is necessary to establish the exact cause of the increased concentration of E. coli in the urine and, in accordance with it, to develop a therapeutic regimen for treatment. Most often, a course of antibiotics is prescribed to suppress the inflammatory process and stop the reproduction of bacteria. At the same time, hepatoprotectors are assumed to prevent tissue damage
Particularly severe inflammatory diseases require hospitalization, as well as intensive treatment in a hospital under the supervision of a doctor.