NSAIDS (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) can cause interstitial nephritis. However, interstitial nephritis has other causes. See
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Interstitial nephritis is a kidney disorder in which the spaces between the kidney tubules become swollen (inflamed). The inflammation can affect the... Read more »
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Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder due to infection with a microorganism (such as a bacteria or virus). Cystitis is second only to... Read more »
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A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an inflammation of the bladder due to infection with a microorganism (such as a bacteria or virus). It is also... Read more »