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| name = Nephrosis | |||
| image = [[File:Nephritis_and_nephrosis_world_map_-_DALY_-_WHO2004.svg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Disability-adjusted life year for nephritis and nephrosis per 100,000 inhabitants in 2004. | |||
| field = [[Nephrology]] | |||
| synonyms = [[Nephrotic syndrome]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Edema]], [[proteinuria]], [[hypoalbuminemia]], [[hyperlipidemia]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[thrombosis]], [[acute kidney injury]] | |||
| onset = Variable, often in childhood | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Diabetes mellitus]], [[lupus]], [[amyloidosis]], [[minimal change disease]] | |||
| risks = [[Hypertension]], [[obesity]], [[family history]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Urinalysis]], [[blood test]], [[kidney biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Nephritis]], [[glomerulonephritis]], [[chronic kidney disease]] | |||
| treatment = [[Corticosteroids]], [[immunosuppressants]], [[diuretics]], [[ACE inhibitors]] | |||
| medication = [[Prednisone]], [[cyclophosphamide]], [[furosemide]], [[enalapril]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on underlying cause | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
| deaths = Varies by region and underlying cause | |||
}} | |||
'''Nephrosis''' is a non-inflammatory kidney condition characterized by damage to the tubules in the kidneys. It is often associated with large amounts of protein loss in the urine, low blood protein levels, high cholesterol levels, and swelling. [[Nephrosis]] is also known as nephrotic syndrome. | '''Nephrosis''' is a non-inflammatory kidney condition characterized by damage to the tubules in the kidneys. It is often associated with large amounts of protein loss in the urine, low blood protein levels, high cholesterol levels, and swelling. [[Nephrosis]] is also known as nephrotic syndrome. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
[[Nephrosis]] can be caused by a variety of conditions, including [[diabetes]], [[lupus]], and certain drugs. It can also be caused by infections such as [[HIV]], [[hepatitis]], and [[malaria]]. In some cases, the cause of nephrosis is unknown. | [[Nephrosis]] can be caused by a variety of conditions, including [[diabetes]], [[lupus]], and certain drugs. It can also be caused by infections such as [[HIV]], [[hepatitis]], and [[malaria]]. In some cases, the cause of nephrosis is unknown. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of [[nephrosis]] can vary, but often include swelling, particularly in the legs and around the eyes, foamy urine, weight gain, and fatigue. In severe cases, it can lead to kidney failure. | The symptoms of [[nephrosis]] can vary, but often include swelling, particularly in the legs and around the eyes, foamy urine, weight gain, and fatigue. In severe cases, it can lead to kidney failure. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
[[Nephrosis]] is typically diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, urine tests, blood tests, and sometimes a kidney biopsy. The diagnosis is often confirmed by finding high levels of protein in the urine and low levels of protein in the blood. | [[Nephrosis]] is typically diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, urine tests, blood tests, and sometimes a kidney biopsy. The diagnosis is often confirmed by finding high levels of protein in the urine and low levels of protein in the blood. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment for [[nephrosis]] typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may involve medication to control diabetes, lupus, or other conditions, or it may involve treating any infections that may be present. In some cases, dietary changes may also be recommended. | The treatment for [[nephrosis]] typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may involve medication to control diabetes, lupus, or other conditions, or it may involve treating any infections that may be present. In some cases, dietary changes may also be recommended. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for [[nephrosis]] can vary depending on the underlying cause of the condition and the individual's overall health. In some cases, with appropriate treatment, the condition can be managed and the individual can lead a normal life. In other cases, the condition can lead to kidney failure and may require dialysis or a kidney transplant. | The prognosis for [[nephrosis]] can vary depending on the underlying cause of the condition and the individual's overall health. In some cases, with appropriate treatment, the condition can be managed and the individual can lead a normal life. In other cases, the condition can lead to kidney failure and may require dialysis or a kidney transplant. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Kidney disease]] | * [[Kidney disease]] | ||
* [[Chronic kidney disease]] | * [[Chronic kidney disease]] | ||
* [[Acute kidney injury]] | * [[Acute kidney injury]] | ||
[[Category:Kidney diseases]] | [[Category:Kidney diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Health]] | [[Category:Health]] | ||
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| Nephrosis | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | Nephrotic syndrome |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Edema, proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, hyperlipidemia |
| Complications | Infection, thrombosis, acute kidney injury |
| Onset | Variable, often in childhood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Diabetes mellitus, lupus, amyloidosis, minimal change disease |
| Risks | Hypertension, obesity, family history |
| Diagnosis | Urinalysis, blood test, kidney biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Nephritis, glomerulonephritis, chronic kidney disease |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, diuretics, ACE inhibitors |
| Medication | Prednisone, cyclophosphamide, furosemide, enalapril |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on underlying cause |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | Varies by region and underlying cause |
Nephrosis is a non-inflammatory kidney condition characterized by damage to the tubules in the kidneys. It is often associated with large amounts of protein loss in the urine, low blood protein levels, high cholesterol levels, and swelling. Nephrosis is also known as nephrotic syndrome.
Causes[edit]
Nephrosis can be caused by a variety of conditions, including diabetes, lupus, and certain drugs. It can also be caused by infections such as HIV, hepatitis, and malaria. In some cases, the cause of nephrosis is unknown.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of nephrosis can vary, but often include swelling, particularly in the legs and around the eyes, foamy urine, weight gain, and fatigue. In severe cases, it can lead to kidney failure.
Diagnosis[edit]
Nephrosis is typically diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, urine tests, blood tests, and sometimes a kidney biopsy. The diagnosis is often confirmed by finding high levels of protein in the urine and low levels of protein in the blood.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for nephrosis typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may involve medication to control diabetes, lupus, or other conditions, or it may involve treating any infections that may be present. In some cases, dietary changes may also be recommended.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for nephrosis can vary depending on the underlying cause of the condition and the individual's overall health. In some cases, with appropriate treatment, the condition can be managed and the individual can lead a normal life. In other cases, the condition can lead to kidney failure and may require dialysis or a kidney transplant.
