Overview Of The Causes And Risk Factors Linked To Sepsis

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Emily Fowler

Kidney Infection

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Usually, kidney infections develop when a urinary tract infection spreads to the kidneys. However, these infections may also occur after kidney surgery. Females have a higher risk of this condition, and using a urinary catheter increases the infection risk too. Urinary tract blockages elevate an individual's risk as well. Patients with this type of infection could have abdominal pain, back pain, or pain in the side or groin. Urination may also be painful. Their urine will often contain blood or pus, and it could appear cloudy. Individuals may notice a persistent urge to urinate, and they may also develop a fever or chills.

Doctors will test the patient's blood and urine to see if bacteria are present to diagnose a kidney infection. Some individuals may need to have an ultrasound or other imaging studies as well. Treatment starts with antibiotics, which may be given intravenously. Patients who have kidney infections more than once may need to be evaluated for structural abnormalities of the urinary tract or other underlying conditions. Hospitalization is necessary in cases of severe infection.

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