Acute proliferative glomerulonephritis
(Redirected from Post-infectious glomerulonephritis)
Inflammatory kidney disease
| Acute proliferative glomerulonephritis | |
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| Pronounce | N/A |
| Field | Nephrology |
| Symptoms | Hematuria, proteinuria, edema, hypertension |
| Complications | Chronic kidney disease, renal failure |
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| Types | |
| Causes | Infection, autoimmune disease |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Urinalysis, renal biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Antibiotics, immunosuppressive drugs, dialysis |
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Acute proliferative glomerulonephritis is a type of glomerulonephritis, an inflammatory condition affecting the glomeruli of the kidney. This condition is characterized by the proliferation of cells within the glomeruli, leading to impaired kidney function.
Causes
Acute proliferative glomerulonephritis is often triggered by an infection, particularly streptococcal infections such as post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis. It can also be associated with other infections and autoimmune diseases.
Symptoms
Common symptoms of acute proliferative glomerulonephritis include:
- Hematuria (blood in the urine)
- Proteinuria (protein in the urine)
- Edema (swelling, particularly in the face and legs)
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Diagnosis
Diagnosis typically involves:
- Urinalysis to detect hematuria and proteinuria
- Renal biopsy to examine the glomeruli under a microscope
Treatment
Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may include:
- Antibiotics to treat any underlying infection
- Immunosuppressive drugs to reduce inflammation
- Dialysis in severe cases to support kidney function
Complications
If left untreated, acute proliferative glomerulonephritis can lead to:
Related Pages
- Glomerulonephritis
- Post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis
- Chronic kidney disease
- Renal failure
- Nephrology
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