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Kidney Infection - Pyelonephritis
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the infection?
There are many ways to prevent the spread of bacteria in the urinary tract. These include:
What are the long-term effects of the infection?
Untreated pyelonephritis can lead to:
What are the risks to others?
Pyelonephritis is not contagious. Certain conditions that increase a person's risk of kidney infection, such as sexually transmitted disease, may be very contagious.