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Overview
A glomerular disease refers to a kidney disorder affecting the tiny filters units within the kidney called glomeruli. Damage to these filters may lead to the leak of blood and proteins into the urine, swelling, high blood pressure and impaired kidney function.
Treatment
Treatment for glomerular diseases may include immunosuppressive therapy, medications to reduce proteinuria, antihypertensive therapy and specific dietary modifications.
Signs & Symptoms
The following are the most common symptoms of a glomerular disease. However, each child may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include: Fluid accumulation in the tissues (edema) Fatigue Rapid weight gain Diminished urine output Dark brown-colored urine (from blood and protein) Increased
Diagnosis
In addition to a thorough physical examination and complete medical history, your child’s doctor may recommend the following diagnostic tests: Urine tests Blood tests Renal ultrasound Chest X-ray Renal biopsy Genetic testing
