A 26-weeks pregnant patient with symptomatic cystitis asks about therapy. What aligns with ACOG guidance?...

Question

A 26-weeks pregnant patient with symptomatic cystitis asks about therapy. What aligns with ACOG guidance?

Accepted Answer

Nitrofurantoin 100 mg twice daily for 5-7 days is reasonable

Answer

Avoid nitrofurantoin in any trimester

Answer

Sulfonamides only in third trimester

Answer

No screening for bacteriuria is needed

Answer

Treat for at least 14 days

us-usmle-step-2 MCQ (SBA): Cystitis in Pregnancy