Pyelonephritis is a serious infection that has spread up from the bladder to one or both kidneys - fast diagnosis and antibiotic treatment protect your kidney function. No GP referral needed.
Treated personally by Mr Maneesh GheiConsultant Urological Surgeon · GMC 5208045
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142 verified reviewsA kidney infection, or pyelonephritis, is a urinary tract infection that has spread up to one or both kidneys - it needs prompt antibiotic treatment to prevent permanent kidney damage or sepsis.
Sharp pain in the back, side or groin, often with a sudden high fever and shaking chills.
Frequent, urgent or burning urination, and urine that looks cloudy or contains blood.
Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and general fatigue often accompany a kidney infection.
Mild infections respond to oral antibiotics for 7 to 14 days, while severe infections need intravenous treatment in hospital.
Paracetamol or ibuprofen manage pain and fever, alongside plenty of fluids to help flush the infection.
Kidney stones or an enlarged prostate that obstruct urine flow are treated to prevent recurrence.
Ultrasound, CT or MRI checks for any structural cause and confirms the infection has not caused lasting damage.
A suspected kidney infection deserves fast assessment - seen within days.
Confirm the infection and identify the bacteria involved, guiding the right antibiotic.
Antibiotics, pain relief and, where needed, treatment of the underlying cause to prevent recurrence.
Mr Ghei is a consultant urological surgeon with a specialist focus on prostate diagnosis and treatment. He holds a Research MD from University College London and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons.
In his NHS role he is Cancer Lead and Academic Lead at Whittington Hospital London - one of a small number of consultant urologists in the UK to hold both positions. Every private patient is cared for by Mr Ghei personally, from first appointment through to any treatment that follows.
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