What Is a Bladder Infection?
6. Kidney Damage
Untreated bladder infections can result in the bacteria spreading to other organs in the body, including the kidneys. If a kidney infection is severe enough and it goes untreated, it can result in permanent damage to the kidneys. This will affect the ability of the kidneys to function, possibly to dangerous degrees.
Serious bladder infections can also cause the urethra to become infected, and this can cause stricture. This is a condition in men where the urethra becomes narrower than usual, potentially to the point where it is difficult for urine to pass through. Serious cases of bladder infections can also cause premature births, and children being born lighter than usual.
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