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womens health clinic faq

Can untreated UTIs cause miscarriage?

Untreated UTIs during pregnancy increase the risk of serious complications, including kidney infection, preterm birth, and in rare cases, miscarriage.

Clinical Context

Clinics recommend screening and prompt antibiotic treatment of all UTIs in pregnancy to prevent complications such as miscarriage or preterm labour.

Evidence-Based Approaches

NHS and NICE stress the importance of treating asymptomatic and symptomatic UTIs to reduce pregnancy complications.