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Nephropathy is a medical term referring to kidney damage or disease, affecting the kidney's ability to filter waste from the blood. There are various types of nephropathy, with diabetic nephropathy being one of the most common, resulting from prolonged high blood sugar levels damaging the kidney's filtering system. Hypertensive nephropathy occurs when chronic high blood pressure harms the blood vessels in the kidneys over time. Other forms include glomerulonephritis, which involves inflammation of the kidney's filtering units, and polycystic kidney disease, a genetic disorder characterized by cyst development in the kidneys. Symptoms may include swelling in extremities, fatigue, foamy urine, and changes in urination patterns. Risk factors include diabetes, hypertension, family history, and certain medications. Treatment approaches vary depending on the cause but often involve medication, dietary changes, blood pressure control, and blood sugar management. In advanced cases, dialysis or kidney transplantation may become necessary. Early detection through regular monitoring of kidney function is crucial for slowing disease progression and preventing complications.