Acute interstitial nephritis (AIN) is a problem with your kidneys. The kidneys are unable to filter wastes from your blood effectively.
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AIN has several causes:
AIN is more common in older adults. Your chances are also higher if you:
AIN may cause:
The doctor will ask about your symptoms and health history. A physical exam and urine tests may point to AIN. You may also have:
AIN care depends on the cause. For example, if medicine you take is harming your kidneys, your doctor will make changes. Care also helps other symptoms such as a rash or fever. AIN care may also involve:
To help lower your chances of AIN, don’t take medicines you know cause kidney problems. Your doctor will find other medicines to help you.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
https://www.niddk.nih.gov
National Kidney Foundation
https://www.kidney.org
Health Canada
https://www.canada.ca
The Kidney Foundation of Canada
https://www.kidney.ca
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Last reviewed May 2018 by EBSCO Medical Review Board Adrienne Carmack, MD