Why Do IgA Nephropathy Patients Have Diarrhea and Rashes

IgA Nephropathy is thought to be an autoimmune disease, usually accompanied by recurrent episodes of skin rashes and hematuria. Diarrhea is one symptom that may indicate gastrointestinal disorder or electrolyte imbalance. Well, what is the cause of diarrhea and rashes for IgA Nephropathy patients?

Through kidney biopsy, we can know IgA Nephropathy is caused by the deposit of IgA in glomerular mesangial area which causes inflammatory reactions within kidneys. As the above mentioned, IgA Nephropathy is one autoimmune disorder that can attack many other organs and systems. It is commonly seen that skin is involved in IgA Nephropathy and presents rashes.

As for diarrhea, its causes change from person to person. One leading cause is low immunity that leads bacteria or viruses attack patients’ gastrointestinal tract easily. Besides, when kidneys are unable to work normally, electrolyte balance can’t be maintained successfully. Then, electrolyte imbalance will induce diarrhea easily.

According to causes, IgA Nephropathy patients should take effective medicines and treatments to manage their diarrhea and rashes. If you happen to suffer from the same problem, your treatment should include the following aspects.

1. Remove the deposits of IgA and immune complexes: It is proven that some Chinese medicines have the effect of combining, splitting and discharging immune complexes. When inflammatory factors are removed out, IgA Nephropathy can be controlled very well. The key is to take correct medicines.

2. Rebuild kidney structure: Immunotherapy is one therapy that focuses on repairing damaged kidney cells, rebuilding kidney structure and preventing the relapse of IgA Nephropathy.

3. Follow a healthy diet plan: A correct diet plan can boost the whole medical treatment plan a lot. Of course, the meal plan should modify along with the changes of patients’ illness condition.

To learn more detailed points for treating IgA Nephropathy and patients’ diarrhea and rashes, you can consult the doctor online directly or leave your question in the form below.

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