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Urinary tract infections and antibiotic use in pregnancy - qualitative analysis of online forum content.

Flavia GhouriAmelia HollywoodKath Ryan
Published in: BMC pregnancy and childbirth (2019)
Women face dual risks when they experience UTIs; the risk from the infection and the risk from antibiotic treatment. Pre-natal attachment to the foetus is highlighted in the decision making process. The focus is on the shorter term risk from UTIs while undermining the longer term risks from antibiotic use, especially the risk of AMR. A balanced view needs to be presented, and evidence-based infection prevention strategies should be promoted, to women to ensure appropriate antibiotic use in pregnancy, to address the global challenge of AMR.
Keyphrases
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • urinary tract infection
  • decision making
  • polycystic ovary syndrome
  • preterm infants
  • south africa
  • healthcare
  • breast cancer risk