infection
Pyelonephritis
Pyelonephritis is of the kidney, typically due to a . Symptoms most often include fever and flank tenderness. Other symptoms may include , burning with urination, and frequent urination. may include pus around the kidney, , or kidney failure.
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Symptoms — what it feels like
- ·Fever, flank tenderness, , burning with urination, frequent urination
Causes — why it happens
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How it's found
- ·Based on symptoms and supported by urinalysis
Prevention
- ·Urination after sex, drinking sufficient fluids
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