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How long does a kidney infection last?

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Kidney infection: Most kidney infections (with actual bacteria) will last until treated with antibiotics. Irritation of the urinary tract (cystitis) may go away with time (days, avoidance of irritating soaps or bubble bath).

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/13/2020

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48-72 hours: Symptoms should resolved within 48-72 hours after appropriate antibiotics are started.

Dr Chauhan agreed

Answered 4/22/2013

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