If there are elders in your house and they are having fever again and again. But if fever is not detected then it can also be a symptom of urine infection. Experts say that this is a common problem among the elderly, but people think that urine infection does not occur in the elderly, but it is not so. In some cases, urine infection causes inflammation in the body. Due to which the body temperature increases and fever occurs.
Regarding this, Dr. Ajay Kumar, a senior physician in Delhi, says that apart from fever in the elderly, urine infection Many other symptoms are also visible. Like frequent urination. Burning sensation while urinating, clouding of urine, thickening, other symptoms may also occur in some elderly people. Like lethargy, confusion, fainting, dizziness, loss of appetite, lack of control over urination. Those taking care of the elderly should keep this in mind, because visible symptoms like changes in behavior can also be a sign of infection.
Why is there a risk of UTI even in the elderly?
Dr. Ajay explains that many elderly people start suffering from blood related diseases with increasing age. This is why after urinating
The bladder is not able to empty completely, due to which bacteria start growing. These bacteria cause urine infection. If it is not identified on time, it can have a serious effect on the kidneys. In many cases, it is seen that the elderly ignore the problem of urine infection, due to which later they start having kidney related problems.
In some cases, these bacteria can spread into the blood and cause sepsis. Sepsis is a dangerous infection and can even cause death. In such a situation, if elderly people are having fever again and again, then it should not be taken lightly.
When to consult a doctor immediately?
Fever persists for more than 2-3 days
urine smells bad
blood in urine
suddenly feel like fainting
frequent or infrequent urination