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Explain the Nephrotic Syndrome

A type of nephritis (an inflammation of the kidneys) that is characterized by low serum albumin, proteinuria and swelling (oedema). Swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure and anorexia are the key features. Nephrotic syndrome can be seen with a number of illnesses that could cause damage to the kidney glomerulus. This may be due to the progressive glomerulonephritis, diabetes mellitus, malaria or certain drugs and toxic venom. It refers to the presence of proteinurea and oedema.


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