The topic Acute Interstitial Nephritis you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Interstitial Nephritis.

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• Interstitial Nephritis is a kidney disorder in which the kidney’s ability to filter waste and extra fluids is impaired. The condition may be temporary, acute, or if it persists for a long period of time, it can become chronic
• The most common cause of Interstitial Nephritis is an excessive use of over-the-counter medications, generally painkillers. An allergic reaction to certain drugs can contribute to its development
• The main symptom of Interstitial Nephritis is a decrease in urine output. Interstitial Nephritis causes inflammation of the interstitium of the kidney (spaces between the kidney tubules)
• Increased levels of waste products from the body (blood urea nitrogen and creatinine) and extra collection of fluid in the body (edema) can cause complications by accumulating in the body and adversely affect other areas of the body
• When diagnosing Interstitial Nephritis a urinalysis, blood testing, and a renal biopsy are generally performed to check kidney health and functioning
• Avoiding excessive OTC medication usage, bringing about certain dietary changes, and/or the administration of corticosteroids, are commonly used in the treatment of Interstitial Nephritis
• Often Interstitial Nephritis is only acute and near normal kidney function can be regained after a few months through appropriate therapy. The prognosis in chronic cases (Chronic Interstitial Nephritis) depends upon the extent of kidney damage

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