Glomerulonephritis May Occur as a Consequence of an Infection with the Bacterium

Question

Glomerulonephritis may occur as a consequence of an infection with the bacterium
A) Clostridium difficile.
B) varicella.
C) Streptococcus.
D) MRSA.
E) Salmonella.

Accepted Answer

Glomerulonephritis is often caused by an infection with Streptococcus, specifically group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus. This infection can result in inflammation of the glomeruli, the tiny filters of the kidneys, leading to impaired kidney function.