What is chronic pyelonephritis
Chronic pyelonephritis is a persistent infection of the kidneys leading to inflammation, scarring, and other permanent damage. It is most commonly seen in patients with underlying anatomical abnormalities predisposing them to infections in the urinary tract and kidneys. Treatment options usually include antibiotic medications to treat the infection and may involve surgery to correct an anatomical problem and prevent future infections, as well as other complications. In patients with chronic pyelonephritis, the infection often starts lower in the urinary tract, around the bladder, with bacteria or viruses causing infection and obstruction. Urine can back up into the kidneys, causing the infection to spread into the kidneys and leading to widespread inflammation. Symptoms of pyelonephritis can include difficulty urinating, changes in urine color, and painful kidneys. In the case of chronic pyelonephritis, these symptoms persist for an extended period of time, as the inflammation never fu
