Kidney (Renal) Infection - Pyelonephritis
Pyelonephritis is a type of urinary tract infection where one or both kidneys become infected. They can be infected by bacteria or a virus. It can cause people to feel very sick and it requires treatment. This article will tell you more about kidney infection and what to do about it.
Archived from the 2024 edition
Overview
The urinary tract is the body's drainage system. It includes two kidneys, two ureters, a bladder, and a urethra.
Healthy kidneys work day and night to clean our blood. These 2 bean-shaped organs are found near the middle of the back, just below the ribs. One kidney sits on each side of the spine.
In this entry
The archived page carried these sections, in this order.
- Normal Conditions
- Symptoms
- Causes
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- After Treatment
- Frequently Asked Questions
- What if I don't treat kidney infection?
- What can I do to avoid this problem?
- What if I am pregnant?