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I was diagnosed with a uti and possible kindney infection last week. i now have a feeling of weight on my chest, and have pain in my lungs when i breathe. is this normal with kidney infections?

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Dr. Anthony Filly answered

Specializes in Radiology

Not necessarily: You could theoretically get that, but any new chest pain should be evaluated.

Dr Samuel agreed

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Dr. Marvin Den answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No: You should be checked out as soon as possible.

Dr Samuel and 2 doctors agreed

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed with a uti and possible kindney infection last week. i now have a feeling of weight on my chest, and have pain in my lungs when i breathe. is this normal with kidney infections?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Anthony Filly answered

Dr Samuel agreed

Dr. Marvin Den answered

Dr Samuel and 2 doctors agreed

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