149 – UTIs in Older Adults: Symptoms & Prevention

Episode 149 November 19, 2024 00:52:13
149 – UTIs in Older Adults: Symptoms & Prevention
Better Health While Aging
149 – UTIs in Older Adults: Symptoms & Prevention

Nov 19 2024 | 00:52:13

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Show Notes

Dr. K talks with guest expert Chrissy Kistler, MD, about urinary tract infections (UTIs) in aging, including symptoms, prevention, and treatment. They also discuss colonized bladders, the relationship between UTIs and confusion, when antibiotics might not be needed, and much more.

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