UTI has possibly become Kidney infection, or possible paranoia

Kidney and urinary tract
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Hello! I was diagnosed with a UTI (i'm male) four days ago and was prescribed Cirpofloxacin 500mg (twice daily, 20 pills). My very painful and severe urinary problems where dramatically better later that same day (thank God). However, day 2 I developed a mild fever, which went away by the following morning. Day 3 I noticed dull shifting back pain. Day 4 (today) the pain has slightly intensified and settled in my lower back, left side. I suspect my UTI has developed into a kidney infection, but I'm also under the understanding that Ciprofloxacin is used for both UTI and Kidney infection. I'm going to return to the doctor's in the morning and go from there. Can anyone provide any insight to these symptoms? Is it possible for symptoms to develop after antibiotics are started? Does what I'm describing sound familiar to any of your experiences? Thank you in advance,

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alex did you get a urine test to confirm the suspect infection

 

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Alex, it is possible that your UTI has become a kidney infection.  You are wise to go back to see your doctor.  Cipro should take care of it eventually, if that's what's wrong.  In the mean time, drink lots of water, about 64 ounces a day to keep clearing out your system.  I would also suggest you start taking a probiotic, to help replenish/rebalance the bacteria in your gut.  Make sure to take one that is coated, so that it survives the acid in your stomach and makes it to your intestines.  Best of luck.