I'm really concerned after my recent sonography results showed Caliectasis in the upper pole of my left kidney. Also, my urine culture revealed a Pseudomonas infection. Can you help me understand what this means? Should I be worried? What steps should I take next?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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it is due to urinary tract infection do urine culture

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Answered 04/07/2025

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