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<p><span>Glomerulonephritis</span></p>

Glomerulonephritis

refers to acute or chronic nephritis that involves inflammation of the capillaries of the renal glomeruli. It has various causes, and is noted especially by blood or protein in the urine and by edema. If untreated, it could lead to kidney failure

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Diabetic Nephropathy

Impact the kidney as a result of having diabetes mellitus type one or type two. Higher level of blood sugar can lead to higher blood pressure and this additional pressure extent to the kidney causing obstruction to a small filtering structure within the kidney

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<p><span>Hydronephrosis</span></p>

Hydronephrosis

is a condition whereby the kidneys begin to swell because of the retention of urine. Several conditions can cause , such as a kidney stone or blood clot. Treatment will vary, depending on the cause.

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<p><span>Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)</span></p>

Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)

It’s a genetic disease where cysts grow inside the kidneys. The kidneys enlarge from the cystic collections and damage to the filtering structures of the kidneys can occur. As the disease progresses it may lead to chronic kidney disease.

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Renal cell carcinoma

is a cancer occurring in the kidney tubes where urine is produced or collected. This one of the most common cancers found within the kidneys. Removal of the cancerous lesions is the typical approach from a treatment perspective.

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<p>Cystitis</p>

Cystitis

is inflammation of the urinary bladder, often caused by an infection. A chronic form of this condition is known as interstitial cystitis. Symptoms include bladder pressure, voiding frequently, and pain.

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Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

is an infection caused by bacteria, or sometimes, fungi. The exact type of bacterial growth is determined by conducting urine for culture and sensitivity testing.