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Why do people bruise when they have post streptococcal glomerulonephritis?
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Post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis (GN)?
DefinitionPost-streptococcal glomerulonephritis (GN) is a disorder of the kidneys that occurs after infection with certain strains of Streptococcus bacteria.Alternative NamesGlomerulonephritis - post-streptococcal; Post-infectious glomerulonephritisCauses, incidence, and risk factorsPost-streptococcal GN is a form of glomerulonephritis. It is the result of an infection, not of the kidneys, but of a completely different area, such as the skin or throat, with a specific type of Group A beta hemolytic streptococcus bacteria.The strep bacterial infection causes the tiny blood vessels called glomeruli in the kidneys to become inflamed, making the kidneys less able to filter and control the content of the urine.Post-streptococcal GN is uncommon these days because infections that can lead to the disorder are commonly treated with antibiotics. The disorder may develop 1 - 2 weeks after an untreated throat infection, or 3 - 4 weeks after a skin infection.It may occur in people of any age, but most often occurs in children ages 6 - 10. Although skin and throat infections are not uncommon in children, post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis is a rare complication of these infections.Risk factors include:Strep throatStreptococcal skin infections (such as impetigo)SymptomsDecreased urine outputEdema (swelling) Generalized swellingSwelling of the abdomenSwelling of the face or eyesSwelling of the feet, ankles, extremitiesRust-colored urineVisible blood in the urineOther symptoms that may be associated with this disease:Joint painJoint stiffnessor swellingSigns and testsAbnormal sounds may be heard when listening to the heart and lungs with a stethoscope (auscultation).Anti-DNase Btest may be abnormal.Blood pressureis often high.Kidney biopsyconfirms post-streptococcal GN (although biopsy is not usually necessary).Physical examination shows swelling (edema), especially of the faceSerum ASO may be raised.Serum complement levels usually decrease.Urinalysisshows protein and blood in the urine.TreatmentThere is no specific treatment for post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis. Treatment is focused on relieving symptoms.Antibiotics, such as penicillin, should be used to destroy any streptococcal bacteria that remain in the body. Blood pressure medications and diuretic medications may be needed to control swelling and high blood pressure. Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory medications are generally not effective.Dietary salt restriction may be necessary to control swelling and high blood pressure.Expectations (prognosis)Post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis usually goes away by itself after several weeks to months. In a minority of adults, it may progress to chronic kidney failure.ComplicationsAcute renal failureChronic glomerulonephritisChronic renal failureCongestive heart failure or pulmonary edemaEnd-stage renal diseaseHyperkalemiaHigh blood pressure (hypertension)Nephrotic syndromeCalling your health care providerCall your health care provider if you have symptoms of post-streptococcal GN.If you have experienced post-streptococcal GN, call your health care provider if you have decreased urine output or other new symptoms.PreventionTreating known streptococcal infections may prevent post-streptococcal GN.ReferencesAppel GB. Glomerular disorders and nephrotic syndromes. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007: chap 122.
What are causes of Antistreptolysin O Titre and what are its side effects and how long does it takes to cure?
This test shows a past infection of Group A Streptococcal bacteria, which can cause a sore throat and is seen fairly commonly in children. It will go away by itself and doesn't normally need medication. There is a possible, rare complication that may occur that affects the kidneys called post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis. Watch out for any swelling, lower back pain, difficulty urinating or feeling tired.
You got bruise under your eye by getting hit on the iron post on the road whist cycling but the bruise is still there since two days?
the bruise will be there for a while, you got hit on an iron post! Bruises don't go away immediatly.
How long a time period does it take for glomerulonephritis to show any symptoms?
All kinds of strep infections can foster an inflammation of the kidneys (acute glomerulonephritis), although the disease most often follows impetigo. Less than 1 percent of all strep infections foster kidney disease, but because certain strains of strep are particularly prone to causing this complication, small epidemics of acute glomerulonephritis can crop up in private homes or in schools. Symptoms of the disorder include a puffy face due to water retention, blood in the urine, pain in the loins, malaise, nausea, headache, and high blood pressure. These symptoms usually surface one to three weeks following a strep infection and subside within the same amount of time. Diagnosis of acute post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis is based on symptoms, a history of a recent strep infection, and elevated levels of antibodies to strep in the blood. This form of kidney disease, like rheumatic fever, is thought to stem from an overactive immune response to strep. Little can be done to prevent this heightened immune response once it's begun, although various drugs (such as diuretics) and dietary measures (such as restricted salt or protein intake) can ease many of its symptoms. Most patients recover without any permanent problems, although occasionally kidney damage inflicted by the disease may require dialysis or a kidney transplant. Patients rarely experience a recurrence of acute glomerulonephritis following additional strep infections because of the immunity they develop to the specific type of strep bacterium that caused their disorder. (Only a handful of strep types can cause glomerulonephritis, and most cases of the disorder can be traced to a specific Group A streptococcal strain known as Type 12.) The incubation period is unknown signs and symptoms may show imediatley.
Is aso titer 800 normal for 24 years old?
No it is not. It is rather high. It may indicate recent streptococcal throat infect, erysepelas, Rhematic heart disease (rare nowadays) or post stretococcal acuteglomerulonephritis. Check with your doctor.
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How is the skeletal system affected by strep throat?
That is a good question! You my get post streptococcal glomerulonephitis. This may lead to chronic kidney failure. This will prevent the formation of 1,5 cholecalciferol. So active form of the vitamin D is not formed. This leads to osteoporosis.
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