Quadrupled wbc in urine but no growth

[Worried03]

I know this is a woman's forum but thought someone might have experienced this ?

Has anyone had any experience like this ?

Hubby had a UTI - sample came back saying there was an infection ( blood in urine was high but no organs were causing it )

He was prescribed Nitrofurtatoin .

Five days after finishing the course he had to do another sample. This came back saying the white blood cells had quadrupled but there was no growth ( infection )

Because of his age he is being fast tracked for tests for bladder cancer

I have read reports that the nitrofurantoin could have caused the high white blood cell result?

[wobblybee Administrator Pioneer]

For peace of mind..speak to his GP.

Nitrofurantoin is used to treat urinary tract infections. Nitrofurantoin is in a class of medications called antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria that cause infection.

[KBird01]

I can see you're really worried about this and whilst I don't have an answer regarding the meds, I just wanted to give some reassurance about the fast track referral.My father in law has just gone down this route and they saw him really quickly and were able to give him clear answers almost straight away. He had excellent treatment on this with the NHS. So whilst I know it's a worrying time, hopefully you'll have answers (and reassurance) v soon.