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Pyelonephritis, Acute
Medical Questions » Pyelonephritis, Acute
| Name: Pyelonephritis, Acute |
| Also known as: |
| An infection of the kidneys. |
Causes of Pyelonephritis, Acute
A bacterial infection may reach the kidney through the blood stream, or up the ureter from the bladder. More common in women, after operations to the urinary tract, during pregnancy, and in those who are very sexually active. |
Symptoms of Pyelonephritis, Acute
Starts suddenly with pain in the loin, fever, nausea, headaches and sometimes nausea and vomiting. May be associated with cystitis which causes pain on passing urine, and urinary frequency. |
Tests for Pyelonephritis, Acute
Diagnosis confirmed by examining a sample of urine to identify the responsible bacteria and the correct antibiotic. Further tests may be indicated if infections are repeated, including X-rays and/or ultrasound scans of the kidney, and cystoscopy (a fine flexible tube is passed into the bladder). |
Treatment for Pyelonephritis, Acute
Antibiotics, usually as a tablet or capsule by mouth for five to ten days, but occasionally by injection. Patients should take as much fluid as possible to flush out the infection. Passing urine after sex will reduce the incidence of recurrences.
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Complications of Pyelonephritis, Acute of its treatment
Some patients will require long courses of antibiotics to prevent further attacks. |
Likely Outcome of Pyelonephritis, Acute
With correct treatment, settles quickly. |
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