Question 1

can kidney infection cause miscarriage?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Any infecton can make the body more prone to miscarry. A kidney infection ranks right up there, especially since the kidneys sit so close to the uterus and if they have a signficnat infection the entire area can get irritated, and that can lead to a miscarriage.  Any infections during pregnancy need to be taken seriously for protection of both mom and baby.

Question 2

can having a kidney infection cause kidney cyst to get inflamed?

Accepted Answer

: No -if not connected to the drainage system (calyces)

Question 3

is it ever that a kidney infection cause kidney failure?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It potentially can depending upon severity and promptness of treatment.

Question 4

please tell me, could a kidney infection cause your chest to burn?

Accepted Answer

Not really : Not that i know of.  However, chest burning is not only due to a disease in the chest.  For example, reflux of gastric contents, can cause these symptoms.  Also if you were treated with antibiotics, some may cause other symptoms.  Speak with your local physician about these symptoms.

Question 5

can a kidney infection cause preterm labour  ?  or is it rare that happens?

Accepted Answer

UTI/preterm labor ?: Urinary tract infections which progress to generalized sepsis can cause uterine irritability and contractions.  If recognized , this can be abbreviated by medication to prevent progression to "pre-term labor".  Symptoms of urinary tract infection (frequency, burning, painful urination, flank pain) should be addressed early with your OB physician.

Question 6

can a kidney infection cause spotting?

Accepted Answer

May be: Urinary tract infection can cause some bleeding which may show up as spotting.

Question 7

can a kidney infection cause bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are many causes for blood in urine.

Question 8

can a kidney infection cause blood in my urine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Uti which can become kidney infection can cause pain and frequency with urination as well as blood in urine. You will need to go to doc to check urine culture, check temperature and possible kidney ultrasound depending on clinical findings.

Question 9

can a kidney infection cause leg weakness?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Kidney infection would not cause a localized weakness in one extremity.
Wish you good health! - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 10

can a kidney infection cause stomach bloating?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Any abdominal infection may irritate the intestines and cause a sensation of bloating.

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