What Are the Treatments for a Proteus UTI?
Proteus species like Proteus mirabillis, Proteus vulgaris and Proteus penneri are one of the most common causes of urinary tract infections (UTIs), especially in patients with a catheter or an abnormal urinary tract. In fact, Proteus sp. is responsible for only 1 to 2 percent of UTIs in healthy individuals but accounts for about 44 percent of cystitis, acute polynephritis and urinary stone cases among patients with a complicated urinary tract. The proper treatment plan depends on the overall health of the patient and the severity of the symptoms.
