noun
- a kidney disease characterized by damage to the filtering units of the kidney, often resulting in protein loss in the urine and swelling
Usage: medical term; also called nephrotic syndrome when accompanied by specific clinical features
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with nephrosis after tests showed high levels of protein in the urine.
- Nephrosis can develop as a complication of diabetes or other systemic diseases.
- Children with nephrosis often experience swelling in the legs and face.
- Treatment for nephrosis may include medications to reduce inflammation and manage fluid retention.
- The doctor explained that nephrosis affects the kidney's ability to filter waste properly.