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Health Encyclopedia: Post Streptococcal Gn

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Glomerulonephritis - post-streptococcal; Post-infectious glomerulonephritis


Treatment

There is no specific treatment for post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis. Treatment is focused on relieving symptoms.

Antibiotics, such as penicillin, should be used to destroy any streptococcal bacteria that remain in the body. Blood pressure medications and diuretic medications may be needed to control swelling and high blood pressure. Corticosteroids and other...

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