1. relating to or affecting the kidneys; of or caused by kidney disease or inflammation
Usage: medical term; formal
2. relating to or characterized by nephritis (inflammation of the kidneys)
Usage: medical term; clinical

Examples

• The patient presented with nephritic symptoms including swelling and high blood pressure.
• Nephritic syndrome can develop suddenly after a streptococcal infection.
• Her nephritic condition required careful monitoring of kidney function.
• The doctor ordered tests to rule out nephritic disease.
• Nephritic pain is often felt in the lower back region.
• Treatment of nephritic inflammation depends on the underlying cause.