KIDNEY INFECTION VS. URINARY TRACT INFECTION
UTI vs. Kidney Infection
Kidney infections and urinary tract infections (UTIs) are both types of bacterial infections that affect the urinary system, but they differ in terms of their severity and the part of the urinary tract they affect.
A UTI is an infection that affects any part of the urinary system, including the bladder, urethra, and ureters. Symptoms of a UTI can include painful urination, frequent urination, a strong urge to urinate, cloudy or foul smelling urine, and pain in the lower abdomen.
A kidney infection, on the other hand, is a more severe type of UTI that specifically affects the kidneys. Symptoms of a kidney infection can include fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, back or side pain, and fatigue, in addition to the symptoms of a UTI.
If left untreated, a UTI can progress to a kidney infection, which can cause serious health problems, such as sepsis, a life threatening condition.
Both UTIs and kidney infections are typically treated with antibiotics. However, kidney infections often require a longer course of antibiotics and may require hospitalization in more severe cases.
If you suspect you have a UTI or kidney infection, it's important to see a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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