IGA Nephropathy

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What is IGA Nephropathy?

IgA nephropathy is a kidney disorder characterized by blood in the urine. It is caused by inflammation of internal kidney structures and the deposit of IgA antibodies in kidney tissue.

It is also called Berger’s disease.

Alternative Names:

Nephropathy - IgA; Berger's disease

What are the causes, incidence and risk factors associated with IGA Nephropathy?
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IgA Nephropathy - Kidney Disease & Disorders Community

- Nov 19, 2008
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- Sep 24, 2008
I have orthostatic hypotension. I take Florinef and midodrine. I see a neurologist. I am wo...

IgA Nephropathy - Kidney Disease & Disorders Community

- Sep 21, 2008
So... I have IgA Nephropathy. Is it a serious condition, or one that should be taken ...

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- May 20, 2008
Hello. I am a 36 y/o female with a history of endometriosis (complete hysterectomy at 28...

My 5 year old has a small amount of blood in his urine. - Urology Expert Forum

- Jul 26, 2007
My 5 year old son was complaining about pain during and after urination yesterday. A coupl...

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- Jun 02, 2006
Hello, I am 26 years old and I recently got at blood test done which gave me the following ...

Protein and blood in my 11yr old urine - Urology Expert Forum

- Mar 11, 2004
My 11yr old daughter went in for a well check-up, +2 amount of protein showed up along with...
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