Glomerular Disease Treatments

Treatment

Treatment will depend on the underlying cause of glomerulonephritis. For example, control of blood pressure and blood sugar with medications would be important in the treatment glomerulonephritis related to hypertension and diabetes. In addition, the following steps may be taken to aid kidney function or reduce further damage:

• Diuretics to reduce fluid retention
• Medications to suppress the immune system

• Restrict salt and water intake.
• Restrict intake of potassium, phosphorous, and magnesium.
• Cut down on protein in the diet.
• Maintain a healthy weight through diet and exercise.
• Take calcium supplements.

If the kidneys are unable to remove sufficient waste from the blood, dialysis may be required. Temporary dialysis may be sufficient for acute glomerulonephritis. If it leads to permanent kidney failure, chronic glomerulonephritis will require long-term dialysis or kidney transplant .