How to Cure Kidney Infection
A kidney infection is a type of urinary tract infection that occurs in your bladder and spreads to your kidneys. Potential symptoms include stomach pain, frequent need to urinate, cloudy urine, fever, upper back discomfort and inability to urinate. It is very important to cure a kidney infection since it can cause permanent damage if left untreated. You need to make an appointment with your doctor if you suspect a kidney infection.
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Instructions
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Wait for the results of your urine sample examination. When you first go in for treatment for a kidney infection, your doctor will test your urine to determine if you have the condition. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, you can start treatment.
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Receive a prescription for an antibiotic to cure the kidney infection. Amoxicillin is commonly prescribed as well as Cipro, Noroxin and Septra. The amount of bacteria in your urine will give the physician an indication for dosage amounts. Antibiotics are typically required for at least a week to cure a kidney infection.
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Drink a lot of fluids to help flush the bacteria out of your body. Water and cranberry juices are ideal beverage choices.
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Take an over-the-counter pain reliever as needed. While getting treatment for a kidney infection, your doctor will likely allow you to use acetaminophen or ibuprofen to manage the pain.
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Get a referral for a specialist if you have a recurrent kidney infection. She may order X-rays to determine if an abnormal urinary tract system is causing the recurrences. You may need to undergo surgery in to repair the abnormality.
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Tips & Warnings
Remember to take your full course of antibiotics even if your symptoms disappear within a few days of starting the medication. If the kidney infection is severe, you may be admitted to a hospital and receive IV antibiotics.
