<unk>  is an inflammation of the kidney caused by systemic<unk>  erythematosus (SLE), which is a disease of the immune system. The underlying cause of this autoimmune disease is not clear. Usual symptoms of<unk>  include blood in the urine, foamy appearance to urine, hypertension, swelling and weight gain.  Positive anti-nuclear antibody (ANA) titer and damaged renal function suggest the diagnosis of<unk> . Treatment opinion includes medications such as corticosteroids, immunosuppressants and cytotoxic drugs. For end stage renal failure, dialysis and kidney transplant may be considered. Prognosis varies from person to person, mainly depending on the class of<unk> .
Lupus nephritis
Shunt nephritis
Membranous nephritis
IgA nephropathy
HIV associated nephropathy
Interstitial nephritis
Analgesic nephropathy
Membranous glomerulonephritis