Pyelonephritis can cause a host of issues with the rest of the body. Here is a look at the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of kidney infections. Urinary tract infections usually affect the bladder. However, if left untreated, bacteria can make their way to the kidney, causing an infection. This is known as pyelonephritis and can […]
Kidney pain
When To See Your Doctor For Kidney Pain
Do you experience kidney pain? How often and for how long? Kidney pain can be momentary or fleeting, mild or debilitating, but when is it actually necessary to visit a doctor and inquire about your symptoms? Before you start stressing, there are a few things you should consider when trying to identify the severity of […]
What Conditions Can Urologists Treat?
A urologist is a specialist physician who treats conditions relating to the urinary tract, reproductive organs, as well as other related organs including the bladder, kidneys ureter and urethra. Urologists must first be a qualified doctor before they specialise, meaning they have a broad scope of medical knowledge, with a focus on the urinary system. […]