An examination reveals edema (swelling). Circulatory overload, with associated abnormal heart and lung sounds, may be present. The blood pressure may be elevated. Rapid, worsening loss of kidney function may be present.
Other tests for suspected causes may be performed.
A kidney biopsy confirms crescentic glomerulonephritis.
Review Date: 9/13/2005
Reviewed By: Robert Mushnick, M.D., Clinical Assistant Professor, SUNY Downstate Health Center, Brooklyn, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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