sue having pain ard tummy area..
she is nt sure wht's tht pain..

finally she admitted to hospital..
& confirmed is kidney infection..

did sm research on tis..

Kidney Infection At A Glance

Kidney infection is one of a number of infections that can involve the urinary tract.
Infection of the kidney is very common, especially in young females.
Prompt treatment of kidney infection with antibiotics is extremely important.
In people with kidney infection, it is important to drink adequate amounts of water and liquids.
If treated early and adequately, kidney infection generally has a good outcome.

Can kidney infection be prevented?

Hygiene: The main approach to prevention of kidney infection is proper hygiene. Because the majority of infections tend to happen due to the presence of bacteria entering the urinary tract from the urethra, proper personal hygiene is very important. For example, in women, wiping the genital area from front to back after going to the bathroom may significantly prevent bacteria around the anus or vagina to gain access to the urethra.

Sex: Because sexual intercourse is another risk factor for kidney infection, it is advised to empty the bladder (urinate) after sexual activity to drain bacteria that may have entered the bladder.
Foods/supplements: Cranberry and cranberry juice are also proven methods for prevention of recurring kidney infection as mentioned above.

Catheters: Other important measures may apply to special situations. For example, in individuals for indwelling bladder catheters, it is important that the catheter is changed routinely under the guidance of a physician. The area around the catheter, especially where it enters the urethra, should be monitored and cleaned routinely.

Kidney stones: In patients with kidney infection who also have kidney stones, the stone may serve as a potential focus of infection that can spread to the rest of the urinary system. Therefore, these patients may be referred to a specialist (urologist) for evaluation and possible removal of the stone(s) to prevent future urinary infections.

What are the signs and symptoms of kidney infection?

Some of the common symptoms of kidney infection include:

fever,
nausea,
vomiting,
abdominal pain,
shivering,
shaking - chills,
painful urination (dysuria),
flank and low and mid-back pain (dull kidney pain), and
general malaise.

Are there foods I should avoid if I have a kidney infection?

There is no scientific data to suggest that avoiding any type of food while suffering from a kidney infection is harmful or beneficial. However, it is important to note that severe nausea and vomiting as well as poor appetite can occur with kidney infection. Therefore, it may be difficult to maintain adequate food and liquid requirements for patients with kidney infection, as this may lead to dehydration and worsening weakness. The treating physician may prescribe medications to treat these symptoms.

Some natural remedies for kidney and urinary tract infection, cranberry and cranberry juice, have been shown to reduce recurring kidney infections. However, this may be more useful as a preventative measure than actual treatment.

i'l let her knw to drink more watr,
especially cranberry..

get well sn sue..