Prevention
The following steps may decrease your risk of glomerulonephritis:
- Seek a doctor promptly if you have a sore throat that might be due to strep .
- To reduce the risk of getting viral infections, including HIV, use safer sex practices, and avoid intravenous drug use.
- If you have diabetes or high blood pressure, see your doctor about managing these conditions.
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