kidney infection

A kidney infection often occurs when bacteria get into the urinary tract and begin to increase in numbers. Not only do these bacteria cause a kidney infection, but they can also spread from the kidneys to other organs in the body. In most cases a kidney infection begins in the bladder or the urethra, which then travels up to the kidneys. It is also possible for a person to get a kidney infection, if a foreign object in the body (like an artificial joint or a heart valve) gets infected. Although it is rare, a kidney infection could occur soon after a kidney surgery

Symptoms of a kidney infection

The most common symptoms of a kidney infection are:
  • Experiencing pain or difficulty while urinating
  • Blood or pus present in urine
  • Frequent urination
  • Groin pain
  • Pain in the abdominal area
  • Severe back pain
  • Fever
Treatment options for kidney infection

A kidney infection is a serious condition and should not be treated lightly. Timely and immediate medical attention is the key to treating a kidney infection effectively. If a kidney infection is not treated in time and in the appropriate way, it could result in permanent damage to the kidneys, where the infection spreads to the bloodstream, further causing a life threatening situation. Most kidney infection treatments include the use of antibiotics. Certain serious cases of infected kidney may even require hospitalization. At times, a kidney infection may appear to be a chronic problem, that is, it recurs after it has been treated and cured. Such cases of chronic kidney infections could be caused by structural abnormality. It is possible to repair such structural abnormalities with the help of surgical procedure.

Home remedies for kidney infection

While it is best to get professional medical help in dealing with a kidney infection, there are certain things that you can do, to relieve the pain. Drink a lot of water that is at least 12 to 15 glasses, each day, to flush out the bacteria from your urinary tract.  To get rid of the pain in the back and the abdomen, place a heating pad on your sides, back or the abdominal area. This helps to relieve the pain caused by most cases of kidney infection. There are also several over the counter painkillers and medicines that are used for fever, which help relieve the symptoms of kidney infection. However, before taking medication of any kind, it is important to check with a doctor.
 
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