Expert Care for Kidney Health & Function
Glomerular diseases affect the tiny filtering units of the kidneys, called glomeruli, leading to impaired kidney function and, in severe cases, kidney failure. Dr. Suresh Chandra, a distinguished Physician and Nephrologist with over 45 years of experience, specializes in diagnosing and treating various glomerular disorders, helping patients preserve kidney function and improve their quality of life.
Understanding Glomerular Diseases
Glomerular diseases cause inflammation or damage to the glomeruli, affecting the kidneys’ ability to filter waste, electrolytes, and fluids from the blood. These conditions can be:
1. Primary Glomerular Diseases (Affecting only the kidneys)
• Glomerulonephritis (GN): Inflammation of the glomeruli, which can be acute or chronic.
• Nephrotic Syndrome: A condition characterized by excessive protein loss in urine, swelling (edema), and high cholesterol.
• Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS): Scarring in parts of the glomeruli, leading to protein leakage and kidney dysfunction.
2. Secondary Glomerular Diseases (Resulting from other health conditions)
• Diabetic Nephropathy: Kidney damage due to long-term diabetes.
• Lupus Nephritis: Kidney inflammation caused by the autoimmune disease lupus.
• Hypertensive Nephrosclerosis: Kidney damage due to chronic high blood pressure.
If left untreated, glomerular diseases can lead to chronic kidney disease (CKD) or end-stage kidney failure, requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant.
Symptoms of Glomerular Diseases
Glomerular diseases often develop gradually, but common symptoms include:
✅ Swelling (edema) in the face, hands, feet, or abdomen
✅ Blood in the urine (hematuria)
✅ Protein in the urine (proteinuria)
✅ High blood pressure
✅ Fatigue and weakness
✅ Reduced urine output
Early detection and treatment can slow disease progression and prevent kidney failure.
1. Accurate Diagnosis
• Urine Tests: Detect proteinuria, hematuria, and kidney function markers.
• Blood Tests: Measure kidney function (creatinine, urea, GFR) and immune system activity.
• Kidney Biopsy: A microscopic examination of kidney tissue to determine the exact cause of damage.
