what does it mean if my kidney started hurting due to a urinary tract infection?
Wednesday, July 8th, 2009 at
8:21 pm
what does it mean if my kidney(the bottom right side of my back) started hurting due to a urinary tract infection? Almost like a cramp or pulled muscle.
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If you don’t get antibiotics for the UTI, then the infection moves up into your kidneys. Don’t put off going to the Dr, causes it leads to your kidneys shutting down. I know from experience as a college student who didn’t want to fork out the money to see the Dr and it cost me a whole lot more in the long run.
Sounds like the infection could have moved into the kidneys, BUT you need to see a doctor to confirm that.
It usually means that the infection has moved up from your ureters to your kidneys, and that you should see your doctor and get some antibiotics. make sure you drink Lots of water and take all of the meds.
the infection left untreated travels to the kidneys and causes pyleonephritis which can lead to renal failure. You need to get to a doctor asap.
sounds like you need to see a doc so he can maybe give you some antibiotics, and drink plenty of cranberry juice
Urinary tract infection (UTI) refers to a group of inflammations of the urethra, ureters, bladder, or kidneys. Urine is usually sterile, which means it doesn’t contain any bacteria or infectious organisms. However, these types of organisms sometimes get into the urinary tract and cause an infection
Urinary tract infections can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or some types of parasites. The most common types of urinary tract infections are bladder infections, called cystitis; kidney infections, called pyelonephritis; and infections of the urethra, called urethritis. They are caused by bacteria that are normally present in your digestive system and on the skin around the rectum and vagina. This bacteria can pass through the urethra and up into the bladder.
Urinary tract infections are not contagious. However, bacteria in the area of the vagina can get pushed into the urethra during sexual intercourse. Infections can also be caused by irritation to your genital area, such as using a diaphragm or spermicides as contraception, wearing tight pants, and using perfumed soaps. Children, especially girls, are more likely to get UTIs from bubble baths and other irritants. Men are more likely to get UTIs when an enlarged prostate gland presses on the bladder and prevents it from emptying completely, or because of kidney stones
UTIs can be painful and annoying. They can also become a serious health problem if the infection spreads to the kidneys.
Although no simple test can differentiate between an upper and lower urinary tract infection, the presence of fever and flank pain may indicate that the infection involves the kidneys
Untreated UTIs can lead to potentially life-threatening complications, such as acute or chronic pyelonephritis, which could permanently damage your kidneys. Young children and older adults are at the greatest risk of kidney damage due to UTIs because their symptoms are often overlooked or mistaken for other conditions. Women who have UTIs while pregnant may also have an increased risk of delivering low birth weight or premature infants
Urinary tract infections are usually easy to treat, but it’s important to begin treatment right away. If you have a mild bladder infection, drinking plenty of fluids may be enough to wash away the bacteria and let your body do the rest. In most cases, your doctor will prescribe antibiotics to fight the infection. If you have a lot of pain in the abdominal area, your doctor may give you a different medication for that.
Medications for UTIs usually make your urine bright orange. Follow your doctor’s instructions and take all medications until they are gone. If you do not, all the bacteria may not be killed and you may get the infection again. Make sure you drink plenty of fluids everyday. Research has shown that cranberry juice is also effective in treating urinary tract infections and even in preventing them. If you are sexually active, you should avoid sexual intercourse until your symptoms have been gone for at least two wee
Self-care tips
You can prevent urinary tract infections by making sure you always empty your bladder completely when you go to the bathroom. Women, in particular, may benefit from the following:
Drink plenty of liquids, especially water. Cranberry juice may have infection-fighting properties.
Urinate frequently, and avoid retaining your urine for a long time after you feel the urge to void.
Wipe from front to back after a bowel movement to prevent bacteria in the anal region from spreading to the vagina and urethra.
Take showers rather than bubble baths.
Wash the skin around the vagina and anus daily.
Empty your bladder as soon as possible after intercourse, and drink a full glass of water to help flush bacteria.
Avoid using deodorant sprays or feminine products such as douches in the genital area that could irritate the urethra.
Wear cotton underwear
If you are sexually active, make sure you wash your genital area and urinate after intercourse. This will help to remove any bacteria that could travel up the urethra.
Men can prevent UTIs by wearing condoms during intercourse. If you are uncircumcised, make sure you wash carefully under your foreskin each time you bathe
References from Medline Plus