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Kidney Pelvis Infection (Pyelonephritis) – bacterial infection of the renal pelvis and kidney tissue

Pyelonephritis, medically known as a kidney pelvis infection, is an infection of the upper urinary tract usually caused by bacteria. This involves inflammation of the renal pelvis and often the kidney tissue.

In many cases, pyelonephritis results from an ascending urinary tract infection: bacteria enter the bladder via the urethra and then ascend through the ureters to the kidney.

Acute pyelonephritis is significantly more serious than an uncomplicated bladder infection and should be treated by a doctor promptly.

Typical Symptoms

Acute pyelonephritis can manifest through:

• fever

• chills

• pain in the back or flank

• pain in the kidney area

• pronounced feeling of illness

• fatigue and weakness

• nausea and vomiting

• headaches

Additionally, typical symptoms of a bladder infection may occur:

• burning during urination

• frequent urge to urinate

• passing small amounts of urine

• pain during urination

• cloudy or foul-smelling urine

• occasionally blood in the urine

Not all symptoms need to be present simultaneously.

Which bacteria cause a kidney pelvis infection?

The most common pathogen is Escherichia coli (E. coli), a bacterium of the normal intestinal flora.

Other possible pathogens include, for example:

• Klebsiella

• Proteus

• Enterococcus

• other Gram-negative or Gram-positive bacteria

A urine culture with resistance testing can be important, especially in complicated, severe, or recurrent infections.

How does pyelonephritis develop?

Bacteria usually travel from the intestinal and genital area through the urethra into the bladder.

From there, they can ascend via the ureters towards the kidney.

Less commonly, pathogens reach the kidney via the bloodstream.

Predisposing Factors

The risk of pyelonephritis can be increased by:

• recurrent bladder infections

• urinary stones

• obstruction of urinary outflow

• residual urine formation

• prostate enlargement

• pregnancy

• diabetes mellitus

• urinary catheters

• anatomical changes of the urinary tract

• vesicoureteral reflux

• impaired immune defense

Urinary Stones and Drainage Disorders

A kidney infection is particularly problematic if urinary outflow is simultaneously obstructed, for example, by a ureteral stone.

An infected, congested kidney can lead to rapid deterioration and represents a urological emergency. In such situations, in addition to antibiotics, rapid decompression of the congested kidney may be necessary.

Diagnosis

If pyelonephritis is suspected, the following may be performed:

• physical examination

• urinalysis

• urine culture

• blood tests

• inflammation parameters

• kidney function monitoring

• blood cultures, if necessary

• ultrasound of kidneys and urinary tract

In complicated or unusual cases, further imaging examinations may be necessary.

Treatment

Bacterial pyelonephritis is usually treated with antibiotics.

The suitability of an antibiotic depends, among other things, on:

• severity of the infection

• individual risk profile

• possible resistances

• result of the urine culture

• kidney function

• pregnancy

• local resistance patterns

In severe cases, inpatient treatment and intravenous antibiotics may be required.

Fluid Intake

Adequate fluid intake can be beneficial for many patients, provided there are no medical contraindications.

However, for certain heart or kidney diseases, the amount of fluids consumed should be individually determined by a doctor.

Acute and Chronic Pyelonephritis

Besides the acute form, recurrent infections or certain drainage and reflux disorders can lead to scarring and damage to the kidney tissue in the long term.

Recurrent pyelonephritis should therefore be investigated by a urologist or nephrologist.

Possible Complications

Untreated or severe pyelonephritis can lead to serious complications, for example:

• renal abscess

• damage to kidney tissue

• impaired kidney function

• spread of bacteria into the bloodstream

• urosepsis or sepsis

Elderly people, pregnant women, and individuals with diabetes, urinary outflow disorders, or impaired immune defense are particularly at risk.

Kidney Pelvis Infection during Pregnancy

Pyelonephritis during pregnancy must be taken particularly seriously.

Pregnant women with suspected pyelonephritis should be medically examined and treated immediately.

Homeopathy according to Dr. Banerji

In homeopathy according to Dr. Banerji, specific homeopathic remedies and potencies are used according to the Banerji protocols for various kidney and urinary tract complaints.

A reliable elimination of bacterial infection in pyelonephritis by homeopathic remedies is not scientifically proven.

Pyelonephritis can lead to severe systemic infection and kidney damage. Necessary antibiotic and, if applicable, urological treatment must therefore not be replaced or delayed by homeopathic remedies.

Important Note

In cases of fever, chills, and flank or kidney pain, especially in conjunction with painful urination, pyelonephritis should be promptly evaluated by a doctor.

In cases of high fever, severe feeling of illness, circulatory problems, confusion, persistent vomiting, very severe pain, or suspected urinary retention, immediate medical attention is required.

The information on this page is for general information purposes only and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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