Membranous nephropathy

What is Membranous nephropathy?

Membranous glomerulonephritis (MGN) is a slowly progressive disease of the kidney affecting mostly patients between ages of 30 and 50 years, usually Caucasian.

It is the second most common cause of nephrotic syndrome in adults, with focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) being the most common.

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My granddaughter recently was diagnosed with membranous nephropathy. I have her in my care a lot and need help in meal planning. Mother has not...

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Hi, there are a number of causes for membranous nephropathy (MN). some are transient and some remain for life. Prognosis depends on what has caused...

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My wife is suffering from membranous nephropathy. She is undergoing treatment for the last one year. Urine spot protein is > 750 mg/dl and urine spot...

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Since your wife is suffering from membranous nephropathy(MN) and her PC ratio is very high, she might also have hypoalbuminemia, a condition which...

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I have been having swelling in my ankles for last 8 months or so. My urine test showed leakage of proteins Doctor advised Kidney biopsy. the result...

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Dear Patient,

membranous nephropathy is in 80% of cases an autoimmune disease. It should be treated with immunosuppressive therapy if it is related...

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