All you need to know about IgA Nephropathy

What is IgA Nephropathy?

IgA (Immunoglobulin A) nephropathy or Berger’s disease occurs when IgA gathers in the kidney and causes inflammation that damages the tissues of the kidneys. IgA is an antibody that the immune system produces. Proteins play a crucial role in defending the body against external threats, such as bacteria and viruses. People suffering from IgA nephropathy are advised to seek an Ayurvedic treatment from a certified nephrologist.

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What are the causes of IgA nephropathy?

There’s always a reason behind any disease. Similarly, the following reasons are believed to cause IgA nephropathy:

• Liver disease
• Celiac disease
• Dermatitis Herpestiformis
• Bacterial infection
• Kidney inflammation

Identifying Symptoms of IgA Nephropathy

Following are the symptoms of IgA Nephropathy:

• Swelling of hands and feet (Oedema)
• High blood pressure
• Sudden swelling in any part of the body without any reason
• Reduced hair growth
• Blood in the urine
• Thrombosis
• Kidney inflammation
• Skin alterations such as minor, painful sores on fingers or toes
• Reduced output of urine
• Tiredness
• Disturbed sleep
• Dry skin
• Headache
• Weight loss
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Alzheimer
• Pale or dark complexion
• Muscle cramps

Are there any complications associated with IgA Nephropathy?

IgA Nephropathy damages kidneys and leaves the following complications behind:

• High blood pressure
• Acute kidney failure – sudden loss of the functioning of kidneys.
• Chronic kidney failure – kidneys have been unhealthy for a long time and now have been caught by diseases.
• Nephrotic syndrome — a set of symptoms suggesting kidney impairment; includes signs like albuminuria, reduced blood protein levels, and elevated cholesterol.
• Heart or cardiovascular problems.

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How IgA nephropathy can be diagnosed?

Once you are well versed with symptoms, the next step is to get the doubt clear. Following tests will help in diagnosing the presence of IgA Nephropathy:

• Urine test: A sample of your urine can be taken by the laboratory attendant to detect the level of protein in your urine.
• Blood test: A sample of blood will be asked by the lab attendant to detect the level of protein, cholesterol, and waste in your blood.
• Glomerular filtration rate (GFR): A blood sample will be taken from your body to detect how well your kidneys are filtering the blood.
• Kidney biopsy: A small part of your kidney’s tissues will be taken with the help of surgical equipment; to determine how much protein your kidneys have to fight infections like IgA antibody and Glomerulus.

Ayurvedic Approaches to Managing IgA Nephropathy

The failed kidney can be recovered by Ayurveda. Compared to allopathic treatment, any type of disease can be eradicated forever with Ayurvedic treatment, provided that patients follow the medicines as well as abstinence properly. Ayurvedic medicines may take time to eradicate the disease, but they eliminate the disease from the roots and destroy the chances of emerging again in the future. When treating IgA nephropathy by Ayurvedic treatment, complex treatments such as dialysis have not resorted to it. Dialysis is an artificial function of blood purification; it is used during allopathic treatment.

Explore natural and effective Ayurvedic treatments for IgA Nephropathy. Book a consultation to start your journey towards recovery with our expert guidance. Contact us via WhatsApp or Call today for more information.

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