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  • Left leg swelling

  • Swelling in the arm

  • Face is swollen

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What is nephrotic syndrome?

A condition where the kidneys get damaged and leak protein. Common causes include autoimmune (body's immune system attacking itself) and diabetic kidney disease.

Symptoms of nephrotic syndrome

  • Facial swelling

  • Swelling of any body part

  • Swollen eyelids

  • Swollen legs / fluid retention in the legs

  • Swelling of the arms or hands

  • Frothy urine

  • Unintentional weight gain of more than 2 kg/month

  • Feeling breathless

Questions your doctor may ask to check for nephrotic syndrome

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose nephrotic syndrome

  • Do you have facial swelling?

  • Do you have any swelling in any part of your body?

  • Do you have puffy eyelids?

  • Do you have swollen legs?

  • Do you have swelling in your hands or arms?

Treatment for nephrotic syndrome

Treatment depends on the cause and extent of kidney damage. If it's caused by the immune system, the specialist may prescribe immune-suppressing medications. Medications to protect the kidneys and reduce water retention might also be given.

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