Prevention and Prognosis of Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)

Prevention of urinary tract and kidneys infections mainly focuses on reducing the associated risk factors. As mentioned earlier, the majority of urinary tract infections are caused by bacteria entering the urinary system through the urethra.

Therefore, personal hygiene plays an important role in preventing kidney infection.

Prevention of Kidney Infection includes:

• Emptying the bladder (piss) after intercourse, or wiping from front to back after going to the bathroom can significantly reduce the likelihood of kidney infection in women.
• Drinking lots of fluids (especially water) has proven to be the most effective way to prevent urinary tract infections.
• For individuals with long-established urine catheters, routine scheduled catheter replacement and routine cleaning around the entrance of the catheter into the urethra is an important step in the prevention of urinary tract infections.
• If kidney stones are a predisposing factor to recurring kidney infections, then removal of stones and preventing future stone formation may be necessary. This individual may be referred to a specialist (urologist) for further evaluation and kidney stone removal.
• Cranberries fruits and juice can be useful in preventing kidney infection. It is important to note that cranberries may not treat existing kidney infections, but have been found to be simple precautions in addition to the other measures listed above.

The prognosis of renal infection.

Generally, urinary and renal infections are a common condition with a good overall prognosis, such as:

• Kidney infections treatment can be performed at home if the infection is diagnosed and treated early with antibiotics.
• Severe or complicated infection may require more intensive care and possible hospitalization.
• Personal hygiene is important in the prevention of recurrent kidney infections.
• Cranberry juice is a simple natural remedy to prevent recurrent kidney infections.

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