10 Pyelonephritis Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #6: Tachycardia
It is usual for a patient suffering from an infectious disease to have an increased heart rate. The fever seen in patients with pyelonephritis is the main cause for this symptom to appear, although sympathetic activation due to the pain caused by the infection can also cause it.
The increase in heart rate may be an early sign that the infection is progressing, therefore, if you are having this symptom it is important to seek medical attention to prevent further complications like sepsis.
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