Primary Glomerulonephritis: Symptoms & Signs (GN)

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Primary Glomerulonephritis

Alternate Names : GN

Primary Glomerulonephritis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What are the signs and symptoms of the disease?

Following are some of the symptoms of GN:

blood in the urine

decreased or increased urine output

high blood pressure

shortness of breath

swelling, especially in the hands, feet, ankles, and face

Primary GN can also cause uremia. This is a high level of waste products in the blood. Symptoms of uremia include:

cognitive impairments, or changes in mental status

nausea and vomiting

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Author: Crystal R. Martin, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 07/27/01

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