Can a urinary tract infection (UTI) cause memory loss? Geriatricians Leslie Kernisan, MD and Chrissy Kistler, MD, continue their discussion, focusing on how to know when confusion or weakness is being caused by UTIs, and how to diagnose and treat UTIs in more vulnerable older adults, such as those in nursing homes. Discover how UTIs can mimic confusion or memory loss and learn why geriatricians always consider whether there is asymptomatic bacteriuria (“colonized bladder”) in these cases. The geriatricians also cover managing urinary tract infections in older adults with Alzheimer’s and related dementia, explain when to use antibiotics, and discuss how to prevent recurrent UTIs. Watch Part 1 Here: Find related resources here: #UTIsAndDementia #AlzheimersCare #NursingHomeHealth #SeniorCare #UTITreatment #ElderCareResources #CognitiveHealth #ChronicUTIs #MemoryAndUTIs #BetterHealthWhileAging Want to learn more about getting guidance with YOUR aging parents from Dr. K and her handpicked team of professional eldercare experts? Learn more about Dr. K's Helping Older Parents programs here: Chapters: 0:00 UTIs in Alzheimer, dementia, and nursing homes 1:48 Diagnosing UTIs in Alzheimer’s and Dementia 6:40 Defining UTIs 9:43 UTIs and confusion 12:30 Why urine cultures are often positive 13:30 Infections in terminal dementia 15:52 How to detect UTI in memory loss and dementia 18:47 Can ongoing UTI cause memory loss? 22:22 Treating & Preventing Recurrent UTIs 25:25 UTIs in Nursing Homes 25:29 Urinary catheters and UTIs 33:29 Tips for families 34:53 Recap WATCH NEXT: 10 Causes of Memory Loss in Old Age – HOP ML Podcast: Is Memory Loss Normal in Aging? Helping Older Parent with Memory Loss – Podcast: How to Improve Brain Health While Aging: How to Pay for Senior Care?: Disclaimer: The material on the Better Health While Aging Youtube channel, including any exchanges in the comments section, is for informational and educational purposes only. Any comments Dr. Kernisan may make regarding an individual’s story or comments should not be construed as establishing a physician-patient relationship between Dr. Kernisan and a caregiver, or care recipient. None of Dr. Kernisan’s website, social media, comments, or group information should be considered a substitute for individualized medical assessment, diagnosis, or treatment. Please see the full disclaimer for more information: