Glomerulonephritis (Protein in Urine & Blood in Urine)

What is Glomerulonephritis?

Glomerulonephritis refers to inflammation of the glomeruli, which are responsible for filtering waste and excess fluids from the blood. When these filters are damaged:

Protein leaks into urine

Blood cells pass into urine

Kidney function gets affected

Types of Glomerulonephritis

1. Acute Glomerulonephritis

Sudden onset

Often occurs after infections (like throat or skin infections)

2. Chronic Glomerulonephritis

Develops gradually over time

May lead to permanent kidney damage