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Term: Pyelonephritis

Description:

Pyelonephritis is a medical term that refers to a severe and potentially life-threatening infection in the kidneys. This condition typically occurs when bacteria, such as E. coli, enters the urinary tract and spreads to one or both kidneys. Pyelonephritis can lead to kidney damage if not promptly treated.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - Medical

A bacterial infection in the kidneys.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with pyelonephritis after experiencing severe back pain and high fever.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Noun - Popular

A severe kidney infection causing symptoms such as fever, back pain, and urinary discomfort.

Example: Many women are more prone to pyelonephritis due to the shorter length of their urethra.

Usage 2:

Noun - Local

Inflammation of the kidneys caused by bacterial invasion.

Example: A year-round resident of this town, Bill grew very familiar with the local strain of bacteria that could lead to pyelonephritis.

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