Genitourinary

Question 1

What are common causes of nephrotic syndrome?

Answer 1

Amyloidosis, long-standing diabetes mellitus, and systemic lupus erythematosus

Question 2

What are the characteristics of nephrotic syndrome?

Answer 2

proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, generalized edema, hyperlipidemia, and lipiduria.

Question 3

Which drug can be given to reduce risk of stones in patients with hypercalciuria?

Answer 3

Hydrochlorothiazine
thiazide diuretics decrease the excretion of calcium in the urine and prevent the formation of calcium stones in people with hypercalciuria.