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How does acute glomerulonephritis affect the kidney and urinary system?
Acute glomerulonephritis is an inflammation of the glomeruli in the kidneys, which can impair their ability to filter blood effectively. This condition often leads to symptoms such as hematuria (blood in urine), proteinuria (excess protein in urine), and edema due to fluid retention. As a result, the urinary system can be affected by reduced urine output and changes in urine composition. If left untreated, acute glomerulonephritis can lead to complications such as chronic kidney disease or kidney failure.
Why would strep throat cause urine in blood and swelling of the face and hands?
This can lead to acute glomerulonephritis in some patients.
What are signs and symptoms of acute glommerulonephritis?
Acute glomerulonephritis is characterized by sudden onset of symptoms such as hematuria (blood in urine), proteinuria (excess protein in urine), hypertension, and edema (swelling), particularly around the eyes and in the lower extremities. Other signs may include decreased urine output, fatigue, and foamy urine. Diagnosis is typically confirmed through urine and blood tests, as well as imaging studies such as ultrasound or kidney biopsy.
The presence of white blood cell casts in the urine is indicative of pyelonephritis and red blood cell casts indicative of glomerulonephritis?
White blood cell casts in the urine are typically associated with acute interstitial nephritis, while red blood cell casts are more commonly seen in acute glomerulonephritis. Pyelonephritis is usually characterized by the presence of white blood cells in the urine without casts.
What can be symptoms of poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis?
fluid accumulation and tissue swelling (edema ) initially in the face and around the eyes, later in the legs low urine output (oliguria) blood in the urine (hematuria)
In acute renal failure what is the normal ml of urine output per hour?
100ml
What is glomerulonephritis?
Glomerulonephritis is a group of diseases that affect the part of the kidney responsible for filtering blood. It can be acute or chronic and is characterized by inflammation and damage to the glomeruli, which are tiny structures in the kidney that help filter waste from the blood. Symptoms can include blood in the urine, swelling, and high blood pressure. Treating underlying causes and managing symptoms are typical approaches for glomerulonephritis.
What cause dark urine associated with acute poststreptococcal?
Dark urine in acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis is primarily due to the presence of hematuria (blood in urine) and proteinuria (excess protein in urine). The condition can result from an immune response to streptococcal infection, leading to inflammation and damage in the glomeruli of the kidneys. This damage allows red blood cells and proteins to leak into the urine, contributing to its dark color. Additionally, the breakdown of hemoglobin from red blood cells can also lead to darker urine.
What are some of the symptoms of glomerulonephritis?
Glomerulonephritis is considered to be a renal disease. The symptoms of this disease include: pink or cola colored urine, foamy urine, high blood pressure, fluid retention, and fatigue.
What is the difference between glomerulonephritis and nephrotic syndrome?
Nephrotic Syndrome Acute Nephritic SyndromeProteinuria (>3.0 g/day)Hypoalbuminemia (
What happens if urine output is greater than intake?
If urine output is greater than intake a pressure differential will exist between inside and outside the urethra and as a result you will urinate your internal organs out.
What factors affect urine output?
There are many things that affect an animal's urine output such as food intake. Beverage intake also affects an animal's urine output.
