Nephritis is a set of diseases that cause inflammation of the renal glomer tumors, which are structures of the kidneys responsible for the elimination of toxins and other components of the body, such as water and minerals, in these cases the kidney has less blood filtration capacity.
The main types of nephritis related to the affected part of the kidney or cause are:
- Nephritis can be acute when it occurs quickly due to a serious infection.
- Such as a strep throat infection.
- Hepatitis or HIV.
- Or chronic when developing slowly due to more kidney damage.
- Serious.
Symptoms of nephritis may include
With the onset of these symptoms, you should immediately see a nephrologist for diagnostic tests such as a urine test, ultrasound, or CT scan to identify the problem and begin appropriate treatment.
In addition to these symptoms, chronic nephritis can cause loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, insomnia, itching and cramps.
There are several causes that can lead to nephritis, such as
In addition, people with various types of kidney disease, cancer, diabetes, glomerulopathies, HIV, sickle cell anemia have an increased risk of developing nephritis.
Treatment depends on the type of nephritis and therefore, if it is acute nephritis, treatment can be done with absolute rest, blood pressure control and reduced salt intake.If acute nephritis has been caused by an infection, the nephrologist may prescribe an antibiotic.
in the case of chronic nephritis, in addition to blood pressure control, treatment is usually done with the prescription of anti-inflammatory drugs such as cortisone, immunosuppressants and diuretics and a diet with salt, protein and potassium restriction.
Nephrologist should be consulted regularly, as chronic nephritis often leads to chronic kidney failure.See what signs may indicate kidney failure.
To avoid developing nephritis, avoid smoking, reduce stress, and do not take medications without medical advice as many of them can cause kidney damage.
People with diseases, especially those in the immune system, should receive appropriate treatment and consult their doctor regularly to monitor their blood pressure and undergo regular kidney tests.Your doctor may also recommend dietary changes such as eating less protein, salt, and potassium.