Glomerulonephritis

   Glomerulonephritis - This type of disease is especially common in children aged 5 to 10 years, more often in boys. Often, inflammation develops after earlier infection. The most common infections , which occur after glomerulonephritis are streptococcal pharyngitis ( strep throat ) and impetigo. Systemic disease such as diabetes, may also contribute to the development of glomerulonephritis . The exact causes of the disease remain unclear. There is a point of view that glomerulonephritis is immune - allergic reaction of the body to harmful substances. This reaction is manifested by swelling and the accumulation of waste products in the cells of the renal glomeruli . With the development of these disorders is limited blood flow in the glomeruli and reduced urine output . Reduction in the amount of urine is due to gain reabsorption of sodium and water . Water retention leads to increased volume of blood circulating in the blood vessels , high blood pressure and extra strain on the heart. The excess liquid passes into the tissue and causes development of edema. Accumulation of fluid in the lungs accompanied by violations of their functions. Due to swelling of glomerular tissue disorders occur in its permeability , so large particles penetrate the blood nephrons and may be released in the urine. Glomerulonephritis can occur in acute and chronic forms.
   Symptoms of acute glomerulonephritis : This form of glomerulonephritis characterized by sudden onset and manifests blood in the urine, reducing the amount of urine , increased blood pressure , discomfort in the abdomen, swelling, irritability. There may also be fever and headache . When microscopic examination of urine it can be detected protein.
   Traditional methods of treatment: Patients with acute glomerulonephritis require hospitalization . They need complete rest and close medical supervision because of the possibility of complications , such as reduced cardiac , renal failure and disorders of water metabolism . At the peak severity of disorders carried out blood pressure lowering medication . Assigned diet . Acute glomerulonephritis is rare. Most comes complete recovery .

   Symptoms of chronic glomerulonephritis: chronic glomerulonephritis manifested by edema , high blood pressure , changes in the composition of urine. In chronic glomerulonephritis is a gradual progressive destruction of the glomeruli . The results of the disease are the complete destruction of renal tissue and renal failure .

   Traditional methods of treatment: Patients prescribed drugs for lowering blood pressure . Apply different diets , including the restriction of sodium and potassium . You may need a kidney transplant .