Science | Senioritis

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Medicine

UTI Symptoms in Elderly Patients: Signs to Look Out For

Specific Syx of UTI in elderly Falls, Change in MS, Incontinence UTI or Urinary Tract Infection is a common condition in the elderly population. However, the symptoms...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Medicine

Complete Guide to UTI Diagnosis: Urinalysis, Urine Culture, Imaging Tests, and Blood Test

Diagnostic tool for suspected UTI UA-abnormal result=leuks, nitrates, wbcs Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common condition that affects millions of people every year. UTI is caused...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Medicine

WBC Casts in Urine: Indicators of Kidney Inflammation and Possible Underlying Conditions

WBC casts in urine indicate Infection (UTI and pyelonephritis). WBC casts and proteinuria are associated with upper tract infection, pyelonephritis (rather than simple cystitis) The presence of...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Medicine

Detecting Nitrites in Urine: A Sign of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and The Importance of Immediate Medical Attention.

Nitrites present in urine indicate what? presence of Enterobacteriaceae, which convert to urinary nitrate The presence of nitrites in urine can indicate a possible urinary tract infection...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Medicine

Diagnosing Cystitis: Symptoms, Physical Exam, Urinalysis, Urine Culture, and Cystoscopy

Cystitis may be diagnosed by what? classic UTI symptoms Cystitis is primarily diagnosed by a combination of symptoms, physical examination, and laboratory tests. The following methods may...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Medicine

Managing Urinary Tract Infections: Common Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies

UTI risk factors • Urinary retention• Decreased defense: aging population, chronic disease, immunosuppresion• Instrumentation of urinary tract (caths, scopies)• Diabetes (increased glucose level)• Pregnancy: retention & stasis•...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Medicine

Pyridium: Proper Usage and Side Effects to Manage UTI Symptoms

Why would you instruct a patient to avoid prolonged use of pyridium? It may mask UTI symptoms Pyridium is a medication used to relieve symptoms associated with...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Medicine

Tactics to Address Persistent UTI Symptoms in a 60-Year-Old Female Patient: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Providers.

60 year old female c/o persistent UTI symptoms after 72 hours of antibiotic therapy, what is your next step? Further evaluation for complicated UTI-Urine Culture and sensitivity...