Inflammation of the renal tubules and supporting tissues of the kidney.
Symptoms of Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis
The following features are indicative of Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis:
interstitial edema
leukocyte infiltration
accumulation of extracellular matrix proteins
tubular dilation
atrophy
nausea
vomiting
fatigue
weight loss
It is possible that Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis
The following are the most common causes of Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis:
pyelonephritis
use of β-lactam antibiotics
use of proton pump inhibitors
use of NSAIDS (Non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs)
Risk Factors for Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis:
low levels of potassium in blood
too much calcium or uric acid content in blood
Prevention of Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
sufficient fluid intake
Occurrence of Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis cases seen each year worldwide:
Very rare between 1K - 10K cases
Common Age Group
Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis:
Blood test: Helps to diagnose levels of eosinophils in the blood
Urine test: To detect an eosinophil levels in urine
Gallium Scan: Abnormal levels of gallium helps to diagnose chronic tubulointerstitial nephritis
Complications of Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis if untreated
Yes, Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis is left untreated:
kidney failure
polyuria
Procedures for Treatment of Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis
The following procedures are used to treat Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis:
Kidney transplantation: Surgical procedure of transplantation is done in severe cases of Chronic tubulointerstitial nephritis
Time for Treatment of Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Chronic tubulo-interstitial nephritis to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
Disease cannot be treated but only maintained or effects reduced