How To Prevent And Treat A Kidney Infection

Intravenous Fluids

An individual affected by a particularly severe infection in their kidneys may need to be hospitalized to receive intravenous fluids as part of their treatment plan. They may become ill to the point where they are unable to drink fluids. An individual who has become toxic may be unable to tolerate oral fluids if they have become dehydrated. Current guidelines for the intravenous fluid treatment indicate the fluids given intravenously to patients who have severe kidney infections should be comprised of one liter of five percent dextrose dissolved in saline. This intravenous mixture helps ensure any existing ketosis that has developed as a result of the kidney infection is mediated. This mixture is recommended for all patients affected by a severe kidney infection regardless of ketone detection in their urine sample. Any additional intravenous hydration should be given as normal saline. The doctor should closely monitor the patient for complications that could occur from any imbalances in salt, fluids, and glucose in the body.

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