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My dad is stubborn and he thinks he has a kidney infection and he's had it for like three weeks what can happen if he doesn't have it taken care of?

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See a doctor: Untreated urinary tract infection can cause significant systemic ( symptoms involving several parts of the body) illness. Best to see the doctor for examination, appropriate tests and treatment.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/1/2014

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