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Herbal Remedies for Chronic Nephritis

Nephritis is a non-specific term for inflammation of the kidney from any cause. Chronic nephritis can be a dangerous condition and can lead to severe kidney damage. It is best to consult a physician or other qualified health care provider for a full diagnosis and total health program.

Herbal treatment for nephritis includes flax to reduce inflammation, pipsissewa for its antiseptic properties, and uva ursi, an astringent. In chronic cases, the astringent herb myrhh can be added.

Herbs Used To Treat Chronic Nephritis

HerbTreatment SupportApplication
Flaxanti-inflammatorytea
Myrrhastringenttincture
Pipsissewaantiseptictincture, tea, capsule
Uva Ursiastringenttincture, tea, capsule
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