Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Treatment For Kidney Infections And Traces Of Blood In Urine
Hello I have been on Artovastatin 10 mg / day for 3 years and in the last 2 years have had issues with my kidneys. I am about to have a ct scan as i have had kidney infections and have had traces of blood in my urine.
I also feel generally unwell.
Any thoughts ?
Thank you.
I also feel generally unwell.
Any thoughts ?
Thank you.
Mon, 13 Aug 2018
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Atorvastatin does not cause any kind of kidney infection. The recurrent urinary tract infection you are facing may be due to some other causes. Check your fasting blood sugar level as undetected diabetes can cause recurrent UTI. Do a urine culture and sensitivity and start on antibiotics and you will be fine soon.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
Atorvastatin does not cause any kind of kidney infection. The recurrent urinary tract infection you are facing may be due to some other causes. Check your fasting blood sugar level as undetected diabetes can cause recurrent UTI. Do a urine culture and sensitivity and start on antibiotics and you will be fine soon.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to kidney problems and comprehensive renal care, talk to a Nephrologist. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Chronic kidney disease
Loading Online Doctors....