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Kidney Infection

Kidney Infection

Kidney infections are fairly common and, though they are very uncomfortable, can be quickly cured with a round of antibiotics. If you think you have a kidney infection you should see a doctor immediately.

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About Kidney Infection

Some of the most common symptoms of a kidney infection (pyelonephritis) include fever, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, shivering, shakes, chills, painful urination (dysuria), flank and low and mid-back pain (which is a dull kidney pain), and general malaise. In elderly patients and those with weakened immune systems, the kidney infection may be more severe with confusion, rapid heart rate, low blood pressure and dehydration.

A urinalysis test is essential for the diagnosis of kidney infection. A urinalysis that is suggestive of an infection in the urine (presence of white blood cells or bacteria in the urine) is highly suggestive and supportive of the diagnosis of kidney infection or urinary tract infection. A urine sample without evidence of urine infection makes kidney infection unlikely and another diagnosis may be considered.

A kidney infection, or pyelonephritis, may be classified as uncomplicated, complicated, or chronic kidney infection (long-term). The most common bacteria responsible for kidney infection are Escherichia coli (E. coli), which accounts for close to 80% of cases of kidney and urinary tract infections. Other common bacteria are Klebsiella, Proteus, Pseudomonas, Enterococcus, and Staphylococcus saprophyticus.

The most important component of treating kidney infection (as with any bacterial infection) is timely initiation of antibiotics under the directions of a healthcare professional. If kidney infection is diagnosed, then an empiric antibiotic (an antibiotic that would cover all likely bacteria) is usually prescribed. If symptoms are severe or the infection is difficult to control with the routine oral remedies, then hospitalization may be required to receive intravenous antibiotics, intravenous hydration, and aggressive management of symptoms. Some natural remedies for the prevention and early treatment of kidney infections are drinking plenty of water and also cranberry and cranberry juice has been shown to reduce recurring kidney infections.

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