It refers to the phenomena that occur when substantial amounts of protein are lost in urine. In the morning, the upper limbs and face may be more affected. In children, ascites occurs early and oedema is often seen only in the face.
The diseases that cause nephrotic syndrome always affect the glomerulus and tend to be non-inflammatory or subacute examples of inflammatory glomerulonephritis. Diabetes mellitus and amyloidosis can also cause nephrotic syndrome.
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Chronic PyelonephritisRenal Abscess