UTI, blood and respiratory infections cause falls in the elderly: Study

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Falls in the elderly are shown to be caused by urinary tract infections (UTI) and blood and respiratory infections. These infections are commonly causes by a bacteria that has entered the body.

Falls are serious problems for the elderly as their bones are frailer, thus contributing to greater consequences such as fractures. Healing time also becomes impaired as we get older and the body simply cannot heal itself as it once could. Experiencing a fall can impair a senior’s daily life, and they may be unable to complete daily tasks as they try to regain their health. This can contribute to a loss of self-worth as well as depression, which can worsen preexisting medical conditions as well.

UTI, other infections may cause falls in the elderly

Findings presented at the Infectious Disease Week 2015 showed that seniors who end up in the hospital after experiencing a fall often also have an infection. UTIs, blood and respiratory infections were found to be the most common infections in the elderly who experience falls. Researchers also suggest that although this is common in the elderly, younger adults could also experience the same results.

Read more: http://www.belmarrahealth.com/uti-blood-and-respiratory-infections-cause-falls-in-the-elderly-study/

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