What is another word for Nephrotic Syndrome?
Pronunciation: [nɛfɹˈɒtɪk sˈɪndɹə͡ʊm] (IPA) 
Nephrotic Syndrome is a medical condition that affects the kidneys and causes excessive protein loss through the urine. It is also known by numerous synonyms that are used interchangeably within the medical community. Such synonyms include Nephrosis, Nephrotic Disease, Glomerulonephrosis, and Kimmelstiel-Wilson Syndrome. While all these terms describe the same condition, the underlying cause of Nephrotic Syndrome might vary. For example, Nephrosis refers to a degenerative condition of the kidney tubules that leads to proteinuria. On the other hand, Kimmelstiel-Wilson Syndrome describes a type of Nephrotic Syndrome caused by the deposition of extracellular matrix in the glomeruli. Regardless of what name is used, treatment for Nephrotic Syndrome typically involves the use of immunosuppressants and diuretics to control the condition.
