Does UTI with Back Discomfort and Blood in Urine Mean Kidney Failure

2015-09-22 02:01

A patient who has urinary tract infection (UTI) was confused about some symptoms occurring on him, which are back discomfort and blood in urine. Blood in urine is not gross, and only can be seen in urinalysis. He is wondering if this is meaning kidney failure with great concern. We will analyze the condition in detail.

To begin with, it is a remarkable fact that UTI may lead to kidney failure. Urinary tract contains bladder, urethra and two ureters, kidney. Bacteria in urinary tract can move with urine, and if UTI is not managed well, kidney can also be infected with bacteria, leading to kidney infection. Kidney infection can make patients get back pain and discomfort. Long term kidney infection can result in kidney damage, in this way, kidney failure will be caused. Blood in urine can be caused by glomerular filtration membrane damage, which makes red blood cells get out through urine.

Besides, some medicines may cause blood in urine, which is false hematuria. Hence, in this situation, this patient with UTI and back pain, blood in urine is very likely to have kidney failure. He needs to go to do some tests about kidney function. GFR and serum creatinine level are widely used to test kidney function. Protein in urine is also as a standard to judge how well kidney function is.

Patients with UTI should take good care of themselves to prevent kidney infection in daily life. Having a good diet and good lifestyle is necessary for them. More vitamins can be beneficial for UTI patients to enhance immunity and prevent inflammation. Eating some vegetables and fruits is good in life. Taking medicines for antibiotic resistance should be advised under your doctor’s suggestions. More or any question, welcome to leave a message anytime, reply will be given very soon.

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