What are the symptoms of kidney infection?

Kidney infection is usually called pyelonephritis and can present with the following symptoms:

1. Fever and Chills: High fever and a feeling of shivering in the body.

2. Back, Side or Groin Pain: Pain in the kidney area, lower back or side.

3. Abdominal Pain: Pain in the abdominal area.

4. Cloudy or Foul-Smelling Urine: Change in urine color and foul odor.

5. Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Symptoms: Burning sensation, frequent need to urinate and discomfort while urinating.

6. Nausea and Vomiting: Nausea and sometimes vomiting.

7. Fatigue and Weakness: A general loss of energy and exhaustion.

I need the answers to the following questions for the history:

1. Have you had these symptoms for a long time?

2. When did the symptoms start?

3. Is there a change in urine color, odor or frequency?

4. Have you had a similar infection before?

5. Do you drink alcohol or smoke?

6. Do you have a current chronic disease (diabetes, hypertension, etc.)?

I can give you more specific recommendations after receiving your answers. However, it is useful to consult a health professional during this process.

I am not a real doctor and this is not a medical diagnosis.