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Minimal change disease (MCD) is a rare kidney disorder that causes the kidneys to leak protein into the urine. This can lead to a condition called nephrotic syndrome, which is characterized by swelling, high cholesterol, and low blood protein levels. Causes of MCD The exact cause of MCD is unknown, but it is thought to […]
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Primary hyperoxaluria (PH) is a rare group of genetic disorders that cause the body to produce too much oxalate. Oxalate is a naturally occurring substance found in many foods, but it is also produced by the body. When oxalate levels are too high, it can form crystals in the urine, which can lead to kidney […]
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Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis: A Rare Autoimmune Disorder Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA), formerly known as Wegener’s granulomatosis, is a rare autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation of the blood vessels in different parts of the body. The respiratory tract, lungs, and kidneys are the main targets of attacks, but GPA can also cause damage to the skin, […]
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Fabry disease is a rare, X-linked genetic disorder that causes a buildup of a fatty substance called globotriaosylceramide (GL-3) in the body’s cells. This buildup can damage blood vessels, organs, and tissues throughout the body. Fabry disease is caused by a mutation in the GLA gene, which provides instructions for making the enzyme alpha-galactosidase A […]
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Interstitial nephritis is a rare kidney disease that causes inflammation of the interstitium, the tissue that surrounds the glomeruli, the tiny filtering units in the kidneys. Over time, this inflammation can damage the kidneys and lead to kidney failure. Interstitial nephritis can affect people of all ages, but it is most common in adults. It […]
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