My mother called today sounding bad and said her back is bad. They are doing a culture tomorrow. The last time this happened a few months ago her back was bad. It is very hard to get specifics from her. They are giving her Tylenol at the AL which I doubt will help much. I offered to go and put on a Lidocaine patch but she refused but I will try tomorrow. I was so looking forward to the New Years Eve party at the AL!! I actually was. Family is away for a few days and it's very quiet which is nice today but I felt like going out tomorrow. My husband said we are not going to hang out with other residents.
ANSWER: The classic symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI) are a frequent urge to urinate, especially at night, accompanied by a burning sensation when you do. Lower abdominal cramping and/or lower back pain also are associated with UTIs. The urine frequently has a strong smell, looks cloudy or contains blood.
I hope your mom feels better soon. And I'm with your hubs on not going to the NYE party at the AL...........:)
Best wishes to you and your family.
I was getting over four UTIs a year until I took D-Mannose (simple capsule, I use Source Natural, about 30.00 for 120 of them through amazon). Works like cranberry. Available in powder form. Not acidic and easy to take; keeps bacteria from adhereing to bladder wall. Have now recommended to three people with same results as I had. I have not had a UTI for more than a decade, knock wood.