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Definition of Nephritis

Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026

Nephritis: Inflammation of the kidney, which causes impaired kidney function. Nephritis can be due to a variety of causes, including kidney disease, autoimmune disease, and infection. Treatment depends on the cause.

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