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Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) is a rare kidney disease that causes scarring of the glomeruli, the tiny filtering units in the kidneys. Over time, this scarring can damage the kidneys and lead to kidney failure. FSGS can affect people of all ages, but it is most common in children and young adults. It is also […]
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aHUS (atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome) is a rare and serious kidney disease that can occur at any age, but is most common in children under the age of 5. It is caused by a problem with the complement system, a group of proteins that help the body fight infection. In aHUS, the complement system is […]
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C3 glomerulopathy (C3G) is a rare kidney disease characterized by the abnormal deposition of the complement protein C3 in the glomeruli, the tiny filtering units in the kidneys. The complement system is a group of proteins that work together to protect the body from infection and injury. However, in C3G, the complement system is overactive […]
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Cystinosis: What You Need to Know Cystinosis is a rare, genetic disorder that causes an amino acid called cystine to build up in the cells of the body. Cystine is a component of protein, and too much cystine can damage organs and tissues. Cystinosis most often affects the kidneys and eyes, but it can also […]
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IgA nephropathy (IgAN), also known as Berger disease, is the most common type of glomerulonephritis, a group of diseases that damage the glomeruli, the tiny filtering units in the kidneys. In IgAN, the glomeruli become inflamed and damaged due to deposits of a protein called immunoglobulin A (IgA). IgAN can affect people of all ages, […]
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