Glomerulonephritis: Symptoms, causes, scarring, and diagnosis

Kidney disease affects 4.9 million people in the United States. There are many different types and causes, and most are treatable. Learn more about glomulonephritis, an inflammation of the kidneys, and its symptoms, as well as how to treat it and the other conditions that can accompany kidney disease, such as scarring.

Key takeaways Glomerulonephritis is a type of kidney disease that involves inflammation of the glomeruli, the tiny filters in your kidneys. When these filters become damaged, your kidneys can’t properly remove waste and excess fluid from your blood. Acute glomerulonephritis may develop suddenly after a strep infection, while chronic glomerulonephritis develops gradually, often without obvious symptoms. Risk factors include streptococcal infections, diabetes, lupus, and long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Treatment depends on the underlying cause and severity and may

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