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A member asked:

I have a uti turning into a kidney infection. also believe i have swollen lymph nodes behind my ears. i'm on medication but still feel bad. normal?

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Dr. Manjeet Singh answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

No: You should go to the ER. You may need IV antibiotics.

Answered 8/17/2016

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