Learn what you need to know about common infections


Learn what you need to do about common infections.
 

 
 

 

Kidney Infection Follow Up

In diabetic patients and pregnant women, as well as in people with spinal paralysis, follow-up tests should be conducted at the completion of antibiotic therapy to ensure that bacteria are no longer present in the urine. Also, if you've been diagnosed with a kidney infection, but symptoms persist after treatment or new symptoms appear, contact your health care provider.

Your health care provider may offer preventive measures to avoid recurrence of infection, including:

  • Quickly treating bladder and urinary tract infection.
  • Keeping the genital area clean and wiping front to back.
  • Urinating immediately after sexual intercourse.
  • Avoiding holding urination in for a long period of time.
  • Increasing fluid intake, especially of water, to 64 -128 ounces per day.
  • Drinking cranberry juice for infection-fighting properties.
  • Showering rather than bathing.
  • Avoiding feminine products in the genital area.

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