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  1. Rebound tenderness in left lower abdomen
  2. Flank pain on the affected side
  3. Abnormally low pulse rate
  4. Low-grade fever
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Option 2 : Flank pain on the affected side

Concept:

  • Acute pyelonephritis -> Inflammation caused by an infection in the kidneys.
  • It is a Urinary tract infection UTI -> Spreads to the kidneys.
  • E.coli is the most common causative agent for acute pyelonephritis.

Explanation:

  • Pyelonephritis -> Kidney infection
  • There are many symptoms displayed in patients of acute pyelonephritis -> Require monitoring and management.
  • Flank pain on the affected side -> Most common symptom .
  • Renal capsule distention -> Causing pain.
  • Treatment:
    • Administration of NSAIDs.
    • Antibiotics
    • Intake output chart monitoring

  • Rebound tenderness in left lower abdomen -> Not present.
  • Abnormally low pulse rate -> Pulse rate increases in kidney infection.
  • Low-grade fever -> Can be caused by any reason.
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