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Pyelonephritis is a bacterial infection causing inflammation of the renal pelvis. It is usually caused as a result of a urinary tract infection and affects the kidneys. In most cases, oral antibiotics can successfully treat this infection.
Pelvis, urethra, ureter, urinary bladder, kidney
If diagnosed and treated early, pyelonephritis responds well to treatment. It is important to undergo all laboratory investigations and take all medications prescribed by the doctor.
If left untreated, pyelonephritis can lead to potentially serious complications such as papillary necrosis and scarring of the kidneys. This scarring leads to chronic kidney disease, high blood pressure, septicemia, and renal failure. Abscess formation in or around the renal tissue is also possible.
Pyelonephritis Symptoms often develop in hours or days.
Two common laboratory tests are advised.
If additional problems are suspected, imaging tests are advised.
Infections of the kidney begin as bladder infections in the lower tract. Keeping bacteria out of the urinary system and bladder can help prevent kidney infections. Some preventive measures include
Infections of the kidney begin as bladder infections in the lower tract.
Keeping bacteria out of the urinary system and bladder can help prevent kidney infections. Some preventive measures include
Acute pyelonephritis, Chronic pyelonephritis
The differential diagnosis for pyelonephritis includes inflammatory disease of the pelvis, cholecystitis, and appendicitis.
Chronic kidney disease is a complication of pyelonephritis. The kidneys may be irreparably damaged if the infection persists.
Other complications include
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