If UTIs go untreated, they’ll often clear out on their own, but sometimes, they can make their way up to the kidneys, and a kidney infection requires immediate attention, Linehan says. If you begin to experience signs of a kidney infection, like blood in your urine, fever, or back pain, talk to your doctor right away.
Experts:
Dr. Jennifer Linehan, M.D.
Dr. Sheryl Recinos, M.D
Dr. Dana Rice, M.D.
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