10 Causes of Kidney Infection
Cause #4: Catheterization
Catheterization is a procedure where a tube is inserted through the urethra into the bladder to drain the urine from the bladder into a bag. In a hospital setting, this is a very common procedure that often causes a UTI.
However, it is important to know that catheterization may be necessary in some situations such as surgery, as the medical team will need to monitor urine output. It is also necessary for those unable to control their bladder. A UTI can cause symptoms such as hematuria, cloudy urine, strong urine odor, dysuria, lower abdominal discomfort, vomiting, fever, chills, and more.
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