What Is Glomerulonephritis?
Glomerulonephritis refers to inflammation of the glomeruli, which are responsible for filtering waste and excess fluid from the blood. When these structures are inflamed or damaged, the kidneys cannot function properly.
Common features include:
- Protein leakage in urine
- Blood in urine (visible or microscopic)
- Rising serum creatinine
- High blood pressure
- Swelling of face, legs, or body
Glomerulonephritis can be primary (limited to kidneys) or secondary to systemic diseases.




