Top 5 Symptoms of FSGS Kidney Disease

FSGS, focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, causes scarring in kidneys. As kidneys are unable to do their work normally, extra fluid, toxins, and waste products will build up in the body. Then, patients will have some common symptoms and complications. Today, we are here to introduce 5 common symptoms of FSGS kidney disease.

Top 1: Foamy urine

Foamy urine is one indicator of excessive loss of protein in urine. When patients get FSGS kidney disease, their impaired glomeruli cannot keep the protein from leaking out. If the amount of protein leakage is more than 3.5g/24h, it indicates the onset of Nephrotic Syndrome. FSGS is one primary cause of Nephrotic Syndrome.

Top 2: Swelling

Swelling is another typical symptom of FSGS, because of fluid retention and protein leakage. Thereby, patients can notice edema in eyelids, legs, feet, ankles, abdomen, and so on. If patients have swelling, they should control their intake of fluid and sodium.

Top 3: High blood pressure

High blood pressure is one factor that can speed up the progression of kidney disease. If uncontrolled effectively, high blood pressure may induce further kidney damage. Besides, high blood pressure may worsen patients’ prognosis, if uncontrolled effectively.

Top 4: Blood urine

Blood urine indicates there are red blood cells that leak into urine. Because glomerular filtration membrane is damaged, kidneys are unable to play their filtration function effectively. In some cases, blood urine may occur along with the onset of urinary tract infections and kidney stones.

Top 5: Renal anemia

When kidneys fail to make enough EPO, the body can’t produce red blood cells normally. Then, renal anemia occurs easily. With this problem, patients may feel fatigue and weakness.

The above are some common symptoms of FSGS. If you are just suffering from some symptoms and complications the above mentioned, you can ask help online to learn to manage them.

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