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Acute glomerulonephritis (AGN) is an active inflammation of the glomeruli in the kidneys that can be caused by infections, injuries, or autoimmune disorders. It involves the immune system attacking the filtering structures in the kidneys called glomeruli. Depending on the extent of damage, it can lead to subacute renal failure, chronic kidney disease, or just abnormal urine findings. Diagnosis involves examining urine under a microscope to check for blood or protein and getting a kidney biopsy. Treatment ai
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