Postinfectious Glomerulonephritis
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Postinfectious glomerulonephritis is an inflammation of the glomeruli, the filtering units of the kidney, that appears days or weeks after certain infections, frequently of the throat or skin. The immune system reacts and temporarily affects kidney function.
Common symptoms: Dark-colored or bloody urine, swelling in the face or legs, decreased urine and, at times, increased blood pressure.
When to see a doctor? An evaluation is advisable when, following an infection, changes in the urine or swelling appear, especially in children.
Which specialist treats it? The nephrologist studies this condition and, in children, the pediatric nephrologist together with the pediatrician; depending on the case, the urologist may be involved. If you notice these signs after an infection, seeing a kidney specialist allows its progression to be monitored.
Data on 131 doctors who treat postinfectious glomerulonephritis
Which specialist treats postinfectious glomerulonephritis?
Postinfectious glomerulonephritis should be evaluated by a nephrologist, or a pediatric nephrologist in children, specialists in managing kidney inflammation following a prior infection. Consult one of these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in postinfectious glomerulonephritis
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Dr. Ricardo Huerta Figueroa
Dr. Jose Gregorio Arellano Aguilar
Frequently asked questions
What is postinfectious glomerulonephritis?
Postinfectious glomerulonephritis is an inflammation of the glomeruli, the filtering units of the kidney, that appears days or weeks after certain infections, frequently of the throat or skin. The immune system reacts and temporarily affects kidney function.
Which doctor treats postinfectious glomerulonephritis?
Postinfectious glomerulonephritis should be evaluated by a nephrologist, or a pediatric nephrologist in children, specialists in managing kidney inflammation following a prior infection. Consult one of these specialists.