Urinary tract infection in older adults

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Avatar n tn Hello, Your symptoms suggest that you are suffering from urinary tract infections (UTI). Urinary tract (which consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and the urethra) infections are very common in young adults. Symptoms of UTI are frequent urination, burning sensation during urination, passing of blood in urine and even fever.
Avatar n tn The infection can move up to your kidneys quite quickly. Urinary tract infection is not serious in females, but in males it is.
576985 tn?1217557186 Was there a previous trauma to this area? This could be urinary tract infection (UTI) which usually presents with pain or burning sensation during urination, frequent urination, blood in the urine, and strong persistent urge to urinate. With high fever and flank or back pain usually points to kidney infection. Diagnosis is through urinalysis or urine culture. UTI can be treated with antibiotics prescribed by your doctor. Drinking plenty of fluids and urinating frequently may also help.
Avatar f tn A blockage (obstruction) in part of the urinary tract, such as from a bladder stone or kidney stone; Bladder problems, such as small capacity or overactive nerves; Diabetes; Enlarged prostate; medication side effect; Neurological disorders; Obstructive sleep apnea; Urinary tract infection. So, you really need to see a urologist and make sure there isn't a medical reason for why this has started up. Let us know what they say.
1415174 tn?1453243103 More women than men tend to get urinary tract infections especially in menopause. Men and women get more infections when they get older or hospitalized. You can just say yes ( you get a urinary tract infection) 2. no, rare 3. frequently. Are you male or female? Are you in menopause (if female)?
1713276 tn?1308522024 The primary cause which needs to be excluded is of urinary tract infection. Then comes diabetes. I would advise you to get a urine examination and fasting blood sugar and Hb A1 C test done. If diabetes is ruled out then other possibilities which need to be ruled out are interstitial cystitis, overactive bladder syndrome, neurological diseases, urinary incontinence, bladder cancer(rare) and bladder dysfunction . I hope it helps. Take care and regards.
4879855 tn?1360440197 Like I said in my posting a waterworks infection (urinary tract infection) can be anywhere from the kidney right down to the urethra. Drink plenty of water 2-3 litres of water throughout the day. See the doctor with a sample as soon as possible. Urinary tract infections are serious and can lead to serious complications if not treated correctly. Mild urinary tract infections can sometimes clear up on their own.
Avatar n tn It sounds like you may have a urinary tract infection - check in with your doctor and possibly see a urologist.
Avatar n tn You may not even have to bring your dog in for an exam if the urine is positive for a simple urinary tract infection (an infection without crystals). The vet can simply give appropriate antibiotics. If your dog has crystals in his urine, the crystals would need to be identified and treatment instituted. Crystals can be dangerous in male dogs because if they become large enough they can become lodged in the urethra and cause blockage (even in dogs, though more common in male cats).
Avatar f tn Im 90% sure that I have a urinary tract infection but I have additional symptoms that I dont usually have. My partner and I had sex several nights ago and I developed the usual symptoms: painful urination general discomfort frequent urination urine is cloudy and pink What is unusual is that I have clumps of something when I pee. They are pinkish is this a possible symptom that will pass just like the others?
Avatar m tn the bateria present in urine was enterobacter cloacae in october and a member of enterobacter in november following antibiotics. my wife is heaving headaches every morning and lots of nausea.
Avatar f tn A uti can turn into a kidney infection in a matter of hours and after that if left untreated long enough can become an infection in the blood that causes miscarriages. Utis are no joke and cranberry juice is no guarantee to help.
4251679 tn?1370305531 UTIs are exactly what their name describes. and infection in your urinary tract. its not in your vagina, however, ive always been told not to have sex while you have one because sex could be the cause of it. and its best to make sure its all better before introducing even more bacteria. Ive never heard of it being contagious, and dont think that it is, but ask your doctor. and ive also never had a cream to use, so im not sure what thats for.
Avatar f tn I’m 20 years old. I have a urinary tract infection(coliform). A doctor prescribed Amoxicillin 625mg + Tamsulosin medicine for 10 days to me. I have a side effect after taking Tamsulosin (Retrograde ejaculation) or any other ejaculation problem. Is this normal or should I stop using Tamsulosin? Or will it (Retrograde ejaculation ) recover after stop using ten days? Should I keep getting Tamsulosin for 10 days or stop?
Avatar f tn How do you tell the difference between a urinary tract infection and yeast infectiy?
Avatar n tn The most common causes in people younger than 40 years of age are kidney stones or urinary tract infections. While in older people, cancers of the kidney, bladder, and prostate become a more common concern. A urinalysis may help to reach a diagnosis. Are there other signs or symptoms present? Urinary tract infection may present with difficulty or pain in urinating, urinary frequency and urgency. It would be best to see your doctor for proper evaluation and to alleviate your worries.
Avatar f tn Hello, There are a few RBC’s in your urine. Microscopic hematuria can be due to urinary tract (bladder) infection, swelling in the filtering system of the kidneys ,stone in bladder or in a kidney, blood disease, like sickle cell anemia, certain medicines and tumors in the urinary tract. I suggest you to take opinion of your doctor who would do a clinical examination and advice for needful tests. I hope it helps.
Avatar n tn Cranberry juice helps fight off urinary tract infections, and sometimes can get rid of one that you already have, but it's best to go to the doctor and get it treated. Then drink cranberry juice to try to prevent bacteria from forming.
Avatar f tn This is an older post and I'm just now responding. Sorry, didn't see it. That sounds more like a urinary tract infection. Difficulty urinating is bladder/urinary tract/kidney related and not related to what is involved in abortion. See your doctor for treatment but imagine you have already done so with the time that has passed. Hope you are all better hon.
Avatar n tn I really would not use a fever as an indication of a urinary tract infection. In example, where is it written that symptoms of common urinary tract STDs are often accompanied by a fever?