Nephritis

Nephritis
Enlarged kidney (anatomy)
SpecialtyNephrology
TypesGlomerulonephritis and Interstitial nephritis
Diagnostic methodUltrasound, X-ray
TreatmentDepends on type(See type)

Nephritis is inflammation of the kidneys and may involve the glomeruli, tubules, or interstitial tissue surrounding the glomeruli and tubules. It is one of several different types of nephropathy.

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