How do u get a kidney infection?

A kidney infection, or pyelonephritis, occurs when bacteria enter the urinary tract and multiply in the kidneys. It can lead to permanent kidney damage or sepsis if left untreated. If you have fever with chills, back pain, or painful urination, please see a doctor immediately.

I once ignored a mild burning sensation thinking it would pass with coconut water, and it ended up as a severe kidney infection requiring five days of hospital IV antibiotics. Please do not take this lightly. If you feel pain in your lower back or side accompanied by fever, consult a doctor immediately.

It basically happens when bacteria decide to move upstairs from your bladder because you were too lazy to get up and pee. I am guilty of sitting in one place playing games for hours without drinking water. Trust me, the back pain that follows is not a joke.

Honestly, using dirty college hostel washrooms or holding your pee during long lectures is the easiest way to catch bacteria. Once they travel up from the bladder, you get a nasty kidney infection. Just drink lots of water and use clean public restrooms only.

Uncontrolled diabetes or high blood pressure can weaken your kidneys, making them much more vulnerable to severe bacterial infections. I always keep my blood pressure monitored and get routine kidney function tests. Any burning sensation during urination should be treated immediately.

It usually develops from untreated bladder infections when bacteria travel upwards. Since my thyroid medication requires me to be very careful about my overall metabolic health, I always do a quick urine test if I feel any discomfort. Don't delay your doctor visits.

I made the massive mistake of ignoring a dull ache in my side for a week, thinking it was just a gym muscle pull, until I collapsed with high fever. It was a bad kidney infection that could have been easily treated with simple antibiotics early on. Go get a urine routine test done before it worsens.