Keith Roach, M.D.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a problem with chronic urine infections. I am 78 years old, and suffer often from it. I frequently go to the bathroom five or six times during the night and feel pressure under my stomach. My doctor suggested a biopsy and found blood in my urine, which was later tested for cancer. I was told a week later that I do not have cancer.
My doctor is aware that I cannot take antibiotics because I get side effects. He gave me Monurol. I had no aftereffects, but still get recurrences of pressure, burning with urination and a burning sensation in my vaginal area. How can I treat this uncomfortable feeling? Must I be on antibiotics for the rest of my life? — W.W.