Patient's question:
Hello! What are the causes of nephrotic syndrome? My husband has been very weak lately, feeling tired and lacking energy as soon as he lies down to sleep. Additionally, he hasn't had much appetite for dinner recently, saying he gets full easily, and suspects it might be kidney disease. Please help the doctor diagnose this.Doctor's answer:
The common causes of nephrotic syndrome include microinflammation, membranous nephropathy, severe IgA nephropathy, systemic lupus erythematosus, diabetic nephropathy, and others. It cannot be diagnosed as nephropathy solely based on symptoms such as loss of appetite and easy abdominal pain. Urinalysis, 24-hour urine protein quantification, serum albumin, blood lipid tests, and other diagnostic examinations are necessary. It is recommended to visit a private Grade III-A hospital and consult the nephrology outpatient department for a detailed examination.