Acute Interstitial Nephritis Flashcards
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Definition
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It is an inflammatory disease involving the interstitium ( tissue surrounding the glomeruli & tubes)
2
Q
Etiology
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Allergy to medication (penicillin, cephalosporins, diuretics)
Infection
Autoimmune disease ( sle)
3
Q
Symptoms
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Fever
Rash
Pyuria
Eosinophilia
4
Q
Diagnosis
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Renal function test ( high creatinine & urea)
Urinalysis (eosinophilia)
Renal biopsy
5
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Treatment
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Remove offending agents
Treat infection if present
