Examination of urine for bacteria and parasites among elder persons in the rural area, in Dammam district

ABSTRACT

The asymptomatic bacteria and parasites in urines were studied in elder persons living in the rural areas of Dammam District. Complete history taking, clinical examination, urine analysis and culture, blood glucose level and haemoglobins in gm were performed for 43 elders of both sexes. The bacteria detected in urine in a descending order were Klebsiella sp. Staphyloccocus sp., Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas sp. The parasites detected were only Trichomonas vaginalis in three diabetic females. No doubt, regular urine examination is a must for the elders in rural areas