Glomerulonephritis
Seriousहिंदी: नेफ्रोटिक सिंड्रोम · தமிழ்: நெஃப்ரோடிக் சிண்ட்ரோம் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ನೆಫ್ರೋಟಿಕ್ ಸಿಂಡ್ರೋಮ್ · తెలుగు: నెఫ్రోటిక్ సిండ్రోమ్ · বাংলা: নেফ্রোটিক সিন্ড্রোম · मराठी: नेफ्रोटिक सिंड्रोम · ગુજરાતી: નેફ્રોટિક સિન્ડ્રોમ
About this condition
Glomerulonephritis is inflammation of kidney filters, sometimes occurring after throat or skin infections common in children. It causes blood in urine, swelling, and high blood pressure. Early diagnosis and treatment are important to prevent chronic kidney damage. Some cases resolve on their own while others need specific treatment.
Common symptoms
blood in urineswelling in face and legshigh blood pressurefoamy urinereduced urine outputfatigue
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When to see a doctor: within 24-48 hours
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Glomerulonephritis?
blood in urine, swelling in face and legs, high blood pressure, foamy urine, reduced urine output, fatigue.
When should I see a doctor?
within 24-48 hours
Is Glomerulonephritis common in India?
Glomerulonephritis is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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