“What are the treatment options for kidney infection?”
I am 32 years old and I was diagnosed with kidney infection. What are the treatment options for kidney infection?
3 Answers
Antibiotics
If you have a kidney infection, the way to treat it is with antibiotics. Often, it is important to have a urine culture done. The culture can tell you what "breed" of bacteria is causing the infection; that can be very useful because then it is possible to determine which antibiotic will work. Sometimes, there are bacteria that are "resistant" to some antibiotics and your doctor might need to change antibiotics based on the culture result. A bladder infection is different from a kidney infection, and that is a topic that is a little more complicated. If you have recurrent infections in the urinary tract, you should see a urologist.
Bless your heart, this is an EASY one. The kidneys are very happy to absorb antibiotics, and as long as there is no additional problem (like a kidney stone) you should be much better in a couple of days. Most patients need only oral antibiotics; we hospitalize only those who have complications or who get too nauseated to keep down pills.
