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    I have burning when I urinate. 🚻 When does a UTI become a kidney infection?

    UTI and kidney infection: knowing the difference

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    Feature UTI Kidney infection
    Location 📍 Bladder Kidney, higher
    Fever 🌡️ Usually low Often high + chills
    Flank pain 🤕 Usually no Yes, back/side
    Urgency 🚻 Common Can occur
    • Kidney infections need prompt care
    • Fever + back pain = seek help
    • Complete antibiotics

    Have you experienced a kidney infection? 🩺

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