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Do people always run a high fever with a kidney infection?
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Usually: Especially if associated with loin pain. Fever could also mean other infections. A fever is a cause of concern and suggests need for prompt medical attention.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Usually: Patients with pyelonephritis usually develop fever which lasts until after 3-4 days of effective antibiotic treatment. Elderly patients with pyelonephritis sometimes do not run fevers.
Answered 6/21/2013
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