Question:
Is it common to get a Urinary Tract infection 5 days post op

I had surgery 6 days ago and have been having back pain since surgery. This a.m. I woke up with clouded urine and slight pain after urination. I have been drinking 64 oz of water plus other fluids daily.    — wlameira (posted on November 2, 2009)

November 2, 2009
After every surgery that I have had that involves having a catheter in the bladder, I always get a UTI. See your doctor so they can test and you can get antibiotics!
   — Jennifer F.

November 2, 2009
I don't know if this is common but I got one about 10 days out. I too, was getting in all my water but it happened.
   — Rosewood9

November 2, 2009
i have kidney problem anyway and i noticed i hurt more in that area because i wasn't getting in my liquids at the beginning.but my back hurt really bad about a week after surgery anyway.heard alot od people say same thing.i know this probably didn't help but i did want to share because my back diod give me some discomfort after surgery.
   — carolyn1970

November 2, 2009
I don't know if there is a correlation to my WL surgery, but it seems suspicious to me. I have had 5-6 documented UTI's since having WLS. I have had some other times I have felt one was starting, and really started pushing the fluids. The Dr even gave me a prescription to keep on hand so I could take something if I felt one starting. I have wondered if it has to do with not getting in enough fluids.
   — corky1057

November 3, 2009
Anytime you get a cath you run the risk for an infection with any surgery. I had RNY and had a very serious klebsiella infection in my urinary tract that required rehospitalization. A staff member didnt use sterile technique however....I love my weight loss and it was worth it!!!@
   — pjb