ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -A condition in which the tissues in the kidney become inflamed and have problems filtering waste from the blood. Nephritis may be caused by infection, inflammatory conditions (such as lupus), certain genetic conditions, and other diseases or conditions.

Detailed explanation-2: -Inflammation of the kidney is called nephritis. In Greek terms, nephro means “of the kidney” and itis means “inflammation.” The causes for nephritis include infections, autoimmune disorders and toxins in the body.

Detailed explanation-3: -Nephritis causes one or both kidneys to become inflamed and leak protein into the urine.

Detailed explanation-4: -Nephritis (kidney inflammation) is most often caused by autoimmune diseases that affect major organs, although it can also result from infection. Nephritis can cause excessive amounts of protein to be excreted in urine, and fluid to build up in the body.

Detailed explanation-5: -Blood in your urine. Foamy urine (due to excess protein in urine) High blood pressure. Swelling in your hands, ankles or feet. High levels of a waste product called creatinine in your blood.