Clinical Manifestations of UTIs

• What are the lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) of UTIs?

  Dysuria, frequency, urgency, pain on urination
• What does suprapubic discomfort indicate in UTIs?

  It indicates irritation in the lower urinary tract
• What are common signs of hematuria in urine?

  Cloudy urine or presence of blood
• What additional symptoms indicate upper urinary tract involvement?

  Flank pain, chills, fever
• What condition is indicated by the presence of flank pain, chills, and fever in UTIs?

  Pyelonephritis
• What symptom is less likely to be present in older adults with UTIs?

  Fever
• What is a common manifestation of UTIs in older adults?

  Nonlocalized abdominal discomfort
• How might cognitive impairment present in older adults with UTIs?

  As delirium or confusion
• What are the clinical manifestations of UTIs in older adults?

  • Nonlocalized abdominal discomfort
  • Cognitive impairment or delirium
  • Less likely to have fever