The Early Symptoms of IgA Nephropathy

IgA Nephropathy occurs because of immune disorder. When the circulatory system is able to eliminate immune complexes, they will deposit in the body. We call the deposits of IgA in glomerular mesangial area IgA Nephropathy. The following are some early symptoms of IgA Nephropathy that can help patients recognize their kidney disorder timely.

1. Upper respiratory infections

Before diagnosing IgA Nephropathy, most patients suffer from upper respiratory infections. If uncontrolled effectively, it may induce or even worsen patients’ IgA Nephropathy. This is why some doctors treat IgA Nephropathy from removing tonsil.

2. Recurrent microscopic hematuria or gross hematuria

In typical cases of IgA Nephropathy, patients usually have gross hematuria, after several hours to 2 days of upper respiratory infections. This symptom usually lasts several hours to several days. In rare cases, it may even last 1 week. With hematuria, patients should have more rest in bed and avoid strenuous exercise.

3. Foamy urine

Foamy urine means there is protein in urine that is one indicator of damaged kidney filtration membrane. Proteinuria may easily cause swelling, further kidney damage, malnutrition, hair loss, and so on.

4. Back pain or flank pain

Some IgA Nephropathy patients also complain of back pain or flank pain. This symptom may be associated with the decline of kidney function.

The above are early symptoms of IgA Nephropathy. If you are supposed with this kidney disease and have one or more symptoms the above mentioned, you should manage them timely. Otherwise, they may cause more severe complications.

In addition to taking some medicines or treatments for managing symptoms, some treatments that can treat IgA Nephropathy from the root are also needed. If you haven’t found effective treatments, you can consult the doctor online or leave a message below. Therefore, kidney experts here can give you some suggestions in detail.

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