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Kidney Infection?!?!? Hi I have been to the docs and have been prescribed antibiotics for a kidney infection but i was just wondering if there were any home remedies that would help to clear it up as well? Any suggestions would help Cheers

kidney infection? I just got over a kidney infection like last thursday and I did not take my last pill for the medication. I had to take 2 a day for seven days and I had one left over and decided not to take it. Should I go back for a follow up appt....... And do you think my infection is gone even though I did not take my last pill?????

Kidney infection? I recently had my gall bladder removed for gallbladder stones.I'm 17 and a female.I went into the hospital in wy and they diagnosed me for kidney infection.When i got back home i went back to the hospital for the same symptoms .Which are middle and lower back pain.It' s very sharp and sometimes burns.i feel like i'm gonna get sick all the time.At the hospital they said it wasnt a kidney infection that i had a cyst on my right ovarie and i had gall bladder stones i had the surgery on the 7th of febuary everything was fine till like a week ago i started having the back paiin and wanting to throw up all the time.I'm not pregant!But not sure what it is? i cant just go in to the doctors i have to go to the er do you think it is something that could be bad?

How would a python get a kidney infection and what is the diagnosis for it? A friend has a python that has been diagnosed with a kidney infection. He was consistently shedding . I am curious how a python would get a kidney infection, how it would be diagnosed and what the treatment for it is. Does the snake have a good chance of recovery? I have found out that all infections caused in snakes are usually from stress and being kept at incorrect temperatures.

How long if kidney infection left untreated will it become life threatening? If you have UTI which turns into a kidney infection, how long after those symptoms begin before the condition can become life threatening?

How long does a kidney infection have to be present to be fatal? How long can you have a kidney infection before it starts to kill you? I do have flank pain I believe. It's an extremely sharp pain right in my waist area on the right side. I also have the UTI symptoms (burning, cloudy urine) but it's also 2:17 in the morning and I don't feel like going to the ER if it's something that can wait until morning. I just have a very extreme anxiety problem and I want to sleep comfortably tonight without worrying I'm not going to wake up.

How serious is a Kidney infection for a 15 year old? I have a kidney infection and my anti-biotics make me have a high fever and vomitting. Can anyone tell me how serious a Kidney infection actually is?

What was your first symptom of a kidney infection? If you've ever had a kidney infection, what was your first symptom? I have some dull lower back pain, but I was on antibiotics all last week for a bladder infection so I don't I would have a kidney infection?

What is the likelihood of being hospitalized for a kidney infection? I have an appointment with my doctor this afternoon because I believe I have a kidney infection. If I do have a kidney infection, what is the likelihood that I will be admitted to the hospital?

What are the symptoms of a kidney infection? I've had some pain in the lower portion of my back on both sides of my spine. My urine has a strong amonia smell to it no matter how much water I drink. How do you cure a kidney infection? Please help! Thank you!

Is it possible to get a kidney infection while being treated for a UTI? I'm currently on my second set of antibiotics for a UTI that I've had for quite a while. I feel like I've got some symptoms of kidney infection, but I'm wondering if it's possible to get a kidney infection while I'm on the antibiotics. Anyone know?

Can a kidney infection linger after taking all of the medication? I've been battling with a kidney infection for almost 2 weeks. I've completed my medicine, but it feels like it's coming back. Is it possible that the infection just lingered while I was taking the medication? Should I go back to the emergency room?

Can cranberry juice help a kidney/bladder infection until you get to the doctor? I have a kidney infection but cannot get in to see the doctor until Friday. Will I be okay until than, drinking nothing but water and cranberry juice? Additional information: Had a UTI that has now turned into kidney/bladder infection. Symptoms of kidney/bladder infection onset today. I have 28 years old, normal weight, in good health. PLEASE only answer if you truly know.

How to tell when you have a kidney infection? The lower part of my back hurts and it's hard for me to stand up. It doesn't feel like a muscle, or that I slept wrong. It feels as thought the pain is deeper inside. I've had a kidney infection before, but it was after I had a urinary tract infection, so I had other symptoms as well. How can you tell if you have a kidney infection and what are the symptoms? This feels exactly how it felt before except without the UTI. Is it common to get kidney infections without having a UTI first? What causes a kidney infection?

How do you tell the difference between a kidney and bladder infection? Do you always run a high fever with a kidney infection? How do they know just by doing a urine test? How do they know if it's not a bladder infection instead? A backache is seen in both types of infection.

How long should a kidney infection last? I have had a kidney infection since sunday, i went to the doctor monday and got a shot and now taking antibiotic pills along with tylenol and motrin for the fever, pain and headache. I went back to the doctor wednesday and they said it was looking better. But, im wondering how long i have to deal with this.

What can you do to get rid of a kidney infection? i'm sure it's a kidney infection due to the way my lower back hurts and cramps really bad. But it could possibly just be a bladder infection. However, do i NEED to go to the doctor for antibiotics to make it go away? Or will it just eventually blow over? it's really annoying since i have too pee during the night where i never have before and it's kinda painful.

What happens when you're hospitalized for a kidney infection? I had to go to the doctor today since I'm having UTI symptoms and had some aching where my right kidney is. The doctor told me the infection is travelling up toward my kidney and it's not bad enough to hospitalize me. I got an antibiotic injection and oral antibiotics. So what happens if you have to go to the hospital for a kidney infection? I hope I never have to go through it, but this is the worst UTI I've ever had [so I hope my next one isn't worse]. Thanks.

How can I cure my puppy from a kidney infection? I have a Black Lab and all of a sudden he was not able to walk or do much of anything. Now , he is just urinating on himself. I believe it might be a Kidney infection.

What can you take to cure a kidney infection if you don't have any money for a prescription? My girlfriend right now doesn't have health insurance and she got a kidney infection from a jacuzzie, besides drinking cranberry juice I know there are some herbs and stuff you can drink to clean out a kidney infection? Does drinking vodka or everclear clean out your kidneys of infection?

What kind of antibiotics for kidney infection? Hey my grandma has a kidney infection and she wants to know what kind of antibiotics you should take. She knows where and how to get them, so don't tell me to tell her to see a doctor please. I just would like to know what kind(s). Thanks!

How long does it take for a urinary tract infection to turn to a kidney infection? I've been showing symptoms for about two days now but normally my drs surgery is very busy and at times j have to wait like a week for an appointment? So how long does it take to progress into a kidney infection?

How do tell the difference between a UTI and a Kidney infection? Could either cause migranes? My urine has a very strong odor to it and it's a little cloudy, would this be a UTI or kidney infection? I'm not in any kind of pain but I have been suffering from very bad headaches.

are there any natural ways to cure kidney infection without using antibiotic? i had been diagnose for kidney infection for many times& every time i had to use antibiotic for it. i am tire of it. i need something to cure this completely & does not have to depend on antibiotic again.

How likely is it that my kidney stone is causing that much of a kidney infection? I have a stone in my left kidney. Diagnosed with a UTI and a kidney infection. All of this has left me weak and useless. I'm sicker than I have ever been. I have an IVP happening next week. But I'm puking and feel sick non stop. How serious is this and how long til I'm normal again?

What is ok to take for pain for a kidney infection? I have had a kidney infection now for about 3 days. I went to my doctor and he gave me an antibiotic and vicodin for the pain, but i think im allergic to the vicodin because i have been itching everytime i take it(which is weird because ive taken it many times before and that's never happened.) Is there anything else I can take for the pain that is not too hard on my kidneys? I've also been drinking alot of cranberry juice and water.

How long before a kidney infection gets better? I am 27 years old and was just diagnosed with my first Kidney infection. It is just incredibly painful and my back feels like its going to snap in two. I was prescribed Bactrim and started it this evening. I am also taking Azo, Ibuprophen, tylenol, and drinking cranberry juice. How long will it take before I start getting some relief?

is it common to have continued back pain after kidney infection? I have had a kidney infection and have completed meds. No other symptoms remain other than a nagging ache in my kidney region. Is this uncommon to have this achy feeling?

What should you eat if you have a kidney infection? If you're suffering badly from an kidney infection, what should you eat while you heal?

What can I do about a bladder or kidney infection? Besides going to the Dr, what can I do? They say to eat yogart and drink cranberry juice and water will help. What did you women do about a bladder or kidney infection?

How do you know if you cat has either a bladder or kidney infection? My cat has very strong smelling urine, She used my bed for her litter box and it had this really bad odor, I know what cat urine smelles like but this was different. What are symptoms of a bladder or kidney infection and what can I do to help her? So far I want to thank everyone for the answers. I know I need to take her to a vet and I plan on doing so on Monday, I'm asking this question just for info. AND BTW MY CAT IS FEMALE NOT MALE

Does somebody can tell me if I could read a kidney-bladder infection fasting? I started with a bladder infection and then with a kidney infection. I've been taking natural remedies because I don't like traditional medicine. Could somebody with fasting or naturopathy knowdlege help me? Thanks.

What are the possible causes of untreatable kidney infection? I have had a kidney infection for 5 weeks now. i have tried 4 different antibiotics of increasing strength but none have cleared it so now i am waiting for the results of x rays and ultrasound. the waiting is driving me mad. does anyone know possible reasons for my problem?

How long will it take for this pain from my kidney infection to go away? My back hurts terribly from a kidney infection. I went to the Doc today and got the medicine. It hurts when I breathe in terribly. How long would you say it may take for this pain to go away, I have to work in the morning.

How long does it take to feel better after a kidney infection? I got a UTI that turned into a kidney infection last Wednesday (peeing blood, vomiting, aches, chills, etc). I started taking Cipro on Wednesday, and am still soooooo tired (it's been 5 days). All I can do is sleep. Will I start to feel more energized soon?

how can you tell the difference between a bladder and kidney infection with out going to the doctors? I have have UTI's before but they didn't last for more than a few days. Is there a way to test if you have a kidney infection with out going to the doctors?

How long does it take for a kidney infection to go away? I went in to the doctor last friday and they diagnosed me with a kidney infection and gave me some medication called nitrofur which is generic for macrobid. I have been on the medication for four days now and I am still having bad adominal pain my fever has been hitting about 102 then I take tylenol and it goes down for a few hours. I am also still very weak and dizzy, and my muscles are very sore. My prescription was for seven days. Is it normal to still be feeling this way after four days of medication?

Can you get a kidney infection from not drinking a lot of fluids and eating too much sodium? I notice I can go a whole day drinking only 1-2 bottles of water. I was reviewing my diet over the past week leading up to my kidney infection and my sodium was a tad high.

What can i do for a kidney infection? i have major pains in the kidney area.. but the doctor refuses to give me anything for it. she (and my mother) both agree that it's a minor kidney infection though. any suggestions?

Can a kidney infection go undiagnosed with a urine test? Ok now I have all the symptoms of a kidney infection but last month I got my urine tested and it was all clear but my symptoms are getting worse, Can the bacteria go unnoticed in the urine? Should I get an ultrasound to make sure? Please help.

Can a kidney infection cause my period to be late? I've been feeling like my period is about to start, but it hasn't yet. It should start soon. My breast are a little sore, and I gained a little weight. My lower back has been hurting as well. It comes and goes. I was wondering if it may be signs of pregnancy. But I know that if it's a kidney infection is can cause a pain when I got to the bathroom and that happens. Can it really effect my period, or are these signs of pregnancy? Thanks.

Can a kidney infection turn into something more serious like chronic kidney disease? I have a kidney infection. Well my doctor diagnosed me with a UTI but I have the symptoms of a kidney infection any how, I have never had any problem like this before and I am really scared. I took antibiotics and am drinking cranberry juice and taking cranberry pills like crazy. I am very healthy I exercise and eat right and I dont even drink soda. I just need to know if this can get worse and how long dose it take to get rid of a kidney infection? Please Help!

How long does it take for a Kidney Infection to clear up? Kidney Infection being treated by Bactrim, How long before the infection goes away?

When to consult a doctor about a kidney infection? I know that I am having kidney problems and have been trying to flush it with cranberry juice and lots of water. I could even possibly have a kidney infection as I have had one before. Can I heal this on my own? Or when should I consult a doctor?

Can a doctor still use a urinalysis to diagnose a uti or kidney infection when I'm on my period? I've been having pain in my side/back for the past few days and have been peeing more frequently. I want to make sure I don't have a UTI or kidney infection so I scheduled a visit to the doctor. The appointment is in two days and I will still be menstruating then, will he be able to diagnose a UTI or kidney infection? Or should I just reschedule for when I won't be menstruating?

why is it good to drink cranberry juice when you have a kidney infection? i have a kidney infection and im just curious why?

Why does my stomach get upset after I eat since I had a bladder and kidney infection? I feel worse when I eat than if I wouldn't eat. My stomach get's upset. I believe I started it when I started my kidney infection first and then my bladder infection. I am on antibiotics now but why is my stomach getting upset? IS there anything I can do because I can't take nothing with milk, yogurt or antacids in it because of my antibiotics and I know for sure it's my my acid reflux.

How long til a bladder infection turns into kidney infect? I'm pretty sure i have a bladder infection, got they symptoms since about the 13th of Oct. Low grade fever. How long does it take on average before it becomes a kidney infection? I'm hoping to go to basic training after Christmas, so i'll have medical care there, but would rather not deal with kidney issues. Anything else i need to know? i'm not experienced with this at all. . . I'd wait because i'm one of the Americans w/o insurance. And i know it's not an STI.

Is there any connection between herpes and kidney infection? Are the symptoms similar? Can herpes give you kidney infection? Could you mistake one for the other?

Is it normal that when you have a kidney infection you have to get a shot? I went to the doctor today and I had a kidney infection. They gave me a shot in my butt and pills! I have only had the symptoms for a week. Is this normal?

How long would you have to not drink for to get kidney infection? Asking out of curosity, not stupidity, im obviously not going to try this, was just wondering because I know some people get kidney infection by not drinking enough fluids or no fluids how long would it take to get kidney infection by doing that ?

Can a kidney infection cause kidney failure? I had a kidney infection several years ago, but I didn't go to the doctor. I decided to let my body fight it off. It took about 3 weeks, but the pain went away. I've noticed every time I urinate, it is very bubbly. I can't remember if it was like this before I had the kidney infection. I'm kind of scared that I'm losing protein because of impaired kidney function. Could it be possible that only 1 of my kidneys is still functioning?

What is a good way to relieve pain and discomfort from a kidney infection while waiting for the doctor? i am sure i have a kidney infection because I have had one in the past and its causing a real discomfort and I just need some stuff other than cranberry juice to relieve the discomfort until I see the doctor...any suggestions??

Does it hurt to pee when you have a kidney infection? I think I might have a kidney infection but it doesn't hurt when I pee. I always assumed that it would. Has anyone had a kidney infection and if so what did it feel like? What were the symptoms?

Can I treat myself for a kidney infection if I have the meds? I read that a kidney infection is cured with amoxicilin (spelling?) I have some from a uti I had awhile back... Do you think I can take some of that for the time being?

Could you be hospitalised with a kidney infection? Ive got a kidney infection and it's getting quite bad, so I was just wondering? Ive got antibiotics but it doesn't seem to be getting any better. Im going back to the doctors tomorrow, I was just wondering.

how do you get rid of a kidney infection? Ive been in extreme pain for 2 days. My lower back is throbbing and it hurts to move. I dont have insurance so cannot go to the DR. Ive tried some herbal home remedies but nothing has helped. Im taking cranberry tablets and drinking tons of fluids... but i dont have a UTI!!! It is a kidney infection, i am certain... i had one about 5 years ago but at the time had insurance to get antibiotics. Any help is appreciated. Im scared im going to die!

Can a UTI or Kidney Infection cause light bleeding between periods? I have already had a period for this month and for the past 3 days i have noticed that when i wipe down there, that there is some light blood, i also have been having some lower and middle back pain and some low abdominal pain...has anyone ever experienced this? i dont think its stds cause ive been tested, could it be a UTI or kidney infection that has possibly went untreated?

Is it possible to confuse a Kidney Infection with a Urinary Tract Infection? I went to the doctor because I was feeling sick to my stomach and shaky and dizzy and I hadn't eaten in 3 days. She took my blood and told me I had a UTI. From what I read on line it seems more like I have a kidney infection. She prescribed me antibiotics and they are not helping. What should I do?? Thanks.

How long for relief from kidney infection? My wife was diagnosed with a kidney infection yesterday at the ER and was given an antibiotic and IV at the ER. When released she was given the antibiotic Cipro for the infection and vicodin for pain and another medicine to help fight nausea. She has so far had three doses of the Cipro (twice a day) and Vicodin was recommended every 6 hrs, but she was in a lot of pain yesterday so I was told she could take it every 4 hours, which she is doing now. Just one tablet. If she does not take the vicodin every 4 hrs she has body chills, stomach pains and headaches. Can anybody with experience please tell me how long it will take for the pain to go away so she will not need to take the vicodin anymore? We're worried that she is taking it too often, if she has to take it for too long. Generally how long does it take for the Cipro to take affect, so that the infection is taken care of, which I assume will lessen the pain and the chills. Thank you.

Is it bad to drink vitamin water with a kidney infection? I have a kidney infection and when i drink vitamin water it makes them not hurt, but is it just as bad as drinking soda? what all can i drink?

how serious is a double kidney infection? I had a uti about 2 weeks ago, and before that a kidney/bladder infection. Well now i have a double kidney infection and the bladder and uti is all cleared up apparently. I'm on strong meds to get rid of this one. But what are the damages these infections can do to my kidneys? Should I be getting checked for something more profound? Why do I keep getting them in the last little while? And how do I get rid of the awful awful pain?

What types of foods should I avoid with a kidney infection? What types of foods should I avoid with a kidney infection? Is granola & oats bad for kidney issues?

What are the most common reasons for getting a Kidney Infection? I went to the ER last night and said that i had a `Kidney Infection....thatis the worse PAIN i have ever experienced in my life....besides drinking more water how do i avoid that?

Can I treat myself for a kidney infection if I have the meds? I read that a kidney infection is cured with amoxicilin (spelling?) I have some from a uti I had awhile back... Do you think I can take some of that for the time being?

How do I know if my kidney infection is gone? I went to the doctor 3 weeks ago with a bad pain across the middle of my back. They told me it was a muscle spasm and prescribed Flexerall(spelling?) The pain did not go away so I went back a week later and they took blood and urine samples and X-rays. Turns out I had a kidney infection the whole time. They prescribed Penicillin. I finished off the bottle and the pain in my back is gone. But I am still getting pains on each side in the front. Should I be worried?

Can a kidney infection stop your period? So I got a kidney infection about a week ago and it is not doing any better yet (I got medication and what not) I take birth control for other health related issues and am not sexually active. I should have started two days ago with the birth control (it is always consistant) Can a kidney infection effect that?

What can I do for the pain from a kidney infection? I have a sharp pain in my back and I have headaches too.....alot of knots in my neck, though I don't beleive that is from the kidney infection.

I have a kidney infection that might have lead to blood poisoning? I have a kidney infection that went a while before it was diagnosed-what are the symptoms of blood poisoning?

Kidney Infection Possible without a prior UTI? I have pain in my left side lower back that feels alot like a kidney infection. However, it is to my knowledge that kidney infections are often a result of a urinary tract infection. However, I have had no prior UTI. So, my question is, is it possible to get a kidney infection without the prior presence of a UTI?

Kidney infection cures WITHOUT using antibiotics? Are antibiotics ALWAYS necessary to cure a kidney infection? Is it possible for a kidney infection to go away on it's own? Are there any homeopathic remedies even if the infection has been around for 3 weeks?

Can antibiotics, namely amoxicillin cure a kidney infection? Please only answer if you truly know. Can antibiotics, namely amoxicillin cure a kidney infection?

If you have a kidney infection would your urine show infection? I am having urinary symptoms but today at the drs my urine looked fine. They are sending it to a lab to see if anything grows but I am wondering if when they test your urine does it diagnose bladder and kidney infections? My lower tummy is burining on and off in pain, feels full, im peeing a lot but with little coming out...sooo uncomfortable. I couldnt believe they said i was fine! I do have some back pain that is starting and that is why i was wondring about a kidney infection. Thanks!

Can anyone help with some kidney infection questions? I currently have a kidney infection. This is the third one this year. I have yet to figure out a way to get rid of this horrible headache that comes along with it. Also, is there any way that this can prolong my period?

Do doctors do 2 different test in order to know if you have a bladder infection OR a kidney infection? or when they say you have a bladder infection, its just a bladder infection and not a kidney infection?

How do you know if you have a kidney infection? I was told that a (UTI) Urinary Track Infection can lead to a kidney infection if it's not treated properly or right away. and I've had a UTI and was given medication but it didnt work, and i need to make an appointment but in the mean time, I just want to make sure i don't have a kidney infection.I sometimes have pains where my kidneys are, but they're not like constant it's just sometimes, and sometimes when i put pressure on my right side. And if I do, how is it treated?

What's the difference between a UTI and a Kidney infection? I think I already have a UTI but how do I know if it has become a kidney infection?

I am on anitibiotic for a kidney infection could this cause urine odor and burning sensaton . when I urinate? I had a kidney infection Or at least we think and they put me on macrobid a anitbiotic , now I have a burning sensation and a odor to my urine could the antibiotic be causing it .

About how long dose it take for a kidney infection to completely go away? I have a kidney infection .I finished my antibiotics today and I kind of feel better but I still feel uncomfortable. I have never had this before so I have no idea if even after the medication I should feel 100 percent better or not. How long should this last and if its not going away when should I seek more doctors attention?

Could it be a kidney infection instead of a UTI? Last weds I went to the ER after having groin aching and stomach cramps for the last month, they did a UA and found that I had a bad Bladder infection, so they gave me Cipro I took it and finished it off on Sat. Well then I noticed on Sun afternoon that the pains were back and worse, now I have Bad nasea and a back ache right under my right rib. Could this be a kidney infection? If so what will they do next? I already had a dose of the meds that they would do for that. Also I have a doctor appt at 330 so I just would like someone to let me know what I should exspect. TIA. PLEASE HELP!!!

Will an on going kidney infection cause swollen lymph nodes in the neck? Please don't tell me to see my doctor I have no insurance right now and cannot afford it. I have this kidney infection that has been treated but just won't go away the symptoms stopped for awhile but they started again about two days ago now out of nowhere the lymph node on my left side of my neck is swollen. P

Can breastfeading spread a kidney infection? My mother just diagnosed with a kidney infection is still breastfeeding my two year old sister. Can she pass it through the breast milk?

Can there be a discharge during a kidney infection? i've been having a bad lower back pain near my right side...it's occasional but when it does it, it hurts pretty bad. it stings a bit when i urinate, there's a little redness. it itches a bit. i keep having to pee alot..and there is a bad odor and very yellow color in my pee. also a little bit of yellow discharge..is this a kidney infection?

Can you have a UTI or kidney infection without burning w/ urination? I have horrible flank pain, but no burning with urination. Could it still be a UTI or kidney infection, or probably something else?

How long would it take the bacteria from a bladder infection to multiply and cause a kidney infection? I am wondering because I know that I have a bladder infection right now and I dont have insurance so I am going to have to go to the hospital for treatment. I have had this infection for about a month I think so how long would it take the bacteria from the bladder infection to travel to the kidneys? Please let me know. Thanks

i have to get wisdom teeth out but i have a kidney infection.? I am getting my wisdom teeth out next week, but I have a kidney infection. Can I still get sedated with a kidney infection?

How do I keep from getting kidney stones or kidney infection? I've had a history of having more than two kidney infections, when I was a kid and gastritis a year ago(I'm 21 now). Anyway I'm a coffee/pop drinker to keep alert because I'm always tired from my medications.(Not related to kidney stuff). So I made sure I got at least one bottle or one or two cups of water or gatorade/juice to prevent kidney stones. Suggestions? Oh and when I drink caffeine I pee a lot and the urine is always light yellow to clear. Which is weird because I don't drink that much water. by the way I'm addicted to caffeine =(

Can you cure a kidney infection with alternitive medicine? If so, what? I had a UTI and I think it turned into a kidney I. I've been drinking real apple cider vinegar for about 3 days. I just started using baking soda last night. But I think I now have the begining stages of Kidney Infection. I don't no what to do. I do not have insurance.