What Are The Causes Of Glomerulonephritis
In most of the cases the cause of glomerulonephritis is not known. However, in recent years, many of the causes are becoming known increasingly. For example, it has been known for some time that certain drugs, infections, and sometimes even cancer can result in causing glomerulonephritis. It has also been found that various genetic abnormalities can also be the cause of glomerulonephritis. However, in most of the cases, the disease is sporadic, meaning that it is caused spontaneously, and not due to it being passed on genetically. Some evidence suggest that glomerulonephritis could either be caused or made worse due to an impairment of the immune system, which protects the against bacteria and viruses. But if the immune system does not function properly, it could lead to the kidneys getting damaged. An impaired immune system could mistakenly attack the glomeruli, causing them to get inflamed. One of the common causes of glomerulonephritis in children is due to a streptococcal infection
