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Uti on holiday, help!

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Powerpuff2 · 31/07/2025 18:30

I'm in northern ireland I don't live here and I have a uti i think. Really sore. Went o pharmacy, i can't get antibiotics without seeing a doctor because I'm not resident here. Phoned the local doctor they are closed half day a there's a number for a life threatening emergency. It's obviously not but it's sore!
I've taken 3 cystopurin today, can I take more?
I don't know what to do.

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Cotswoldmama · 31/07/2025 18:40

I had reoccurring utis whilst I was at uni and it was a nightmare to see the go, I carried on using the sachets but what I found really helped was a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda in a glass of water or squash it tastes vile you gave to just down it but it really gave done relief.

Cotswoldmama · 31/07/2025 18:41

*some relief,
The second your back in England just go any pharmacy they can all prescribe antibiotics for utis now

datagirl · 31/07/2025 19:37

You could try calling your own GP for advice. They might send a prescription for antibiotics to a pharmacy near where you are in northern ireland and you can pick them up from there.
I had a nasty uti once while on holiday in the UK and the nurse at my surgery suggested that she could do that and it was a life saver. I was in agony and passing blood in my urine too. I was so grateful as I had a 7 hour drive home the next day .

Ihateboris · 31/07/2025 19:40

Can you do a private video GP consultation? I've used TapGp. They'll issue a prescription immediately. How awful for you 😢

anyzee · 31/07/2025 19:43

If you're willing to pay, as pp said try a private online GP service for NI. Not recommending this one, but it might do. I'd say all their prices are similar.

https://dualityhealthcare.com/private-urgent-care-out-of-hours-care/

Safxxx · 31/07/2025 19:50

Drink coconut water and squeeze fresh lemon 🍋 in water and drink drink drink to flush it out

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