Nephrotic Syndrome
Overview of Nephrotic Syndrome
Nephrotic Syndrome is a collection of symptoms that indicates kidney damage. It can affect bothchildren and adults. It happens due to increased permeability of the glomerulus leading to loss of proteins from the body.
Signs and Symptoms of Nephrotic Syndrome
Periorbital edema or facial puffiness, Frothy urine, Lethargy or fatigue, Weight gain, Reduced appetite, Leukonychia, Breathlessness
Common Causes of Nephrotic Syndrome
Minimal change disease, Focal segmental glomerulonephritis, Membranous nephropathy, Diabetic nephropathy, Autoimmune disease such as SLE, Infections such as Hepatitis B or HIV, Amyloidosis, Malignancy, Certain drugs
Risk Factors of Nephrotic Syndrome
Certain medications, Medical conditions such as amyloidosis or diabetes, Presence of autoimmune diseases, Infections
Investigation Techniques for Nephrotic Syndrome
Full blood count, Urine FEME, Urine dipstick, Liver function test, Lipid profile, Renal function, Blood urea and serum creatinine
Treatment and Prevention of Nephrotic Syndrome
No/Low salt diet and normal protein diet, Penicillin prophylaxis, Human albumin, Diuretics, Corticosteroid therapy
Available Nephrotic Syndrome Medicines
No medicines currently available for this condition.
