Excretory system disorders Flashcards
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Nephritis - Causes
A
Kidney inflammation caused by autoimmune diseases that affect major organs, although it can also result from infection.
2
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Nephritis - Symptoms
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- swelling
-blood in urine
-reduced frequency of urination
-headaches
-high blood pressure
3
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Nephritis - Diagnosis
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-blood tests
-urinalysis
-kidney biopsy
4
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Nephritis - Treatment
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-limiting salt, potassium and protein in the diet
-reducing fluid intake
-taking anti-inflammatory medications
-taking medication to control high blood pressure
5
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Cirrhosis - Causes
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Scarring of the liver caused by long term liver damage
-include drinking too much alcohol
-a long term liver infection such as nephritis A or C
-obesity
6
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Cirrhosis - treatment
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-liver transplant
7
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Cirrhosis - Symptoms
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-feeling sick/tired
- yellow skin and eyes
-itchy skin and a swollen tummy
