Urinary Tract Infections and Seniors

By Pat Tarantino | August 23, 2021
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Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) can affect men and women at any age, but increase in frequency as we grow older. This condition is caused by a buildup of bacteria in a person’s bladder, kidneys and urethra, resulting in discomfort, an increased need to urinate and a burning sensation when urinating. These symptoms can progress to…

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UTIs and the Elderly: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

By Pat Tarantino | October 6, 2017

As we grow older and our bodies change, previously minor medical hurdles can become harder to prevent, identify and treat.  Near the top of this list are Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs), which are caused when bacteria builds up in a person’s urinary system (bladder, kidneys and urethra).  This condition can impact men and women, causing…

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