Cystitis

Cystitis

Microscopic Examination

Transitional Epithelial Cells

Increase Bacteria presence

Increased RBC

Increased WBC

Chemical Examination

Positive Nitrite

Trace protein in urine

Trace blood in urine

LE positive

Causes

Gram Negative Rods (fecal E. coli

Clinical Presentation

Pressure or cramping in lower abdomen

Confusion in geriatric patients

Low grade fever

Urgency to Urinate

Disuria