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'''Editors-in-Chief:''' [[C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D.]] '''Associate Editor-In-Chief''': [[User:Ujjwal Rastogi|Ujjwal Rastogi, MBBS]] [mailto:urastogi@perfuse.org] | '''Editors-in-Chief:''' [[C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D.]] '''Associate Editor-In-Chief''': {{SAH}} [[User:Ujjwal Rastogi|Ujjwal Rastogi, MBBS]] [mailto:urastogi@perfuse.org] | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
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Symptoms often begin slowly over time, and may include: | Symptoms often begin slowly over time, and may include: | ||
*Edema (swelling) in any area of the body | *[[Edema]] (swelling) in any area of the body | ||
*Foamy appearance of urine | *Foamy appearance of urine | ||
*Weight gain | *Weight gain | ||
*Poor appetite | *Poor [[appetite]] | ||
*Urination, excessive at night | *Urination, excessive at night | ||
*[[Hypertension (patient information)|High blood pressure]] | *[[Hypertension]] (patient information)|[[High blood pressure]] | ||
*Fatigue | *[[Fatigue]] | ||
==What causes Membranous glomerulonephritis?== | ==What causes Membranous glomerulonephritis?== | ||
Membranous nephropathy is caused by thickening of part of the glomerular basement membrane. Glomerular basement membrane is a part of the kidneys that helps filter waste and extra fluid from the blood. The exact reason for this thickening is not known. | Membranous nephropathy is caused by thickening of part of the [[glomerular basement membrane]]. [[Glomerular basement membrane]] is a part of the [[kidneys]] that helps filter waste and extra fluid from the [[blood]]. The exact reason for this thickening is not known. | ||
It is one of the most common causes of | It is one of the most common causes of [[nephritic syndrome]]. The condition may be a primary [[kidney disease]] of uncertain origin, or it may be associated with other conditions. | ||
==Who is at highest risk?== | ==Who is at highest risk?== | ||
The following increase your risk for this condition: | The following increase your risk for this condition: | ||
*Exposure to toxins, including gold and mercury | *Exposure to [[toxins]], including [[gold]] and [[mercury.]] | ||
*Use of certain medicines, including penicillamine, trimethadione, and skin-lightening creams | *Use of certain [[medicines]], including [[penicillamine]], [[trimethadione]], and [[skin-lightening creams.]] | ||
*Infections, including hepatitis B, malaria, syphilis, and endocarditis | *[[Infections]], including [[hepatitis B]], [[malaria]], [[syphilis]], and [[endocarditis.]] | ||
*Blood cancers, including non-Hodgkin lymphoma and leukemia | *[[Blood]] [[cancers]], including [[non-Hodgkin]] [[lymphoma]] and [[leukemia.]] | ||
*Melanoma, a type of skin cancer | *[[Melanoma]], a type of [[skin cancer.]] | ||
*Systemic lupus | *[[Systemic lupus erythematosis]], [[rheumatoid arthritis]], [[Grave`s disease]], and other [[autoimmune disorders.]] | ||
The disorder occurs in approximately 2 out of 10,000 people. It may occur at any age but is more common after age 40. | The disorder occurs in approximately 2 out of 10,000 people. It may occur at any age but is more common after age 40. | ||
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A physical exam may show swelling (edema). | A physical exam may show swelling (edema). | ||
A urinalysis may reveal protein in the urine or blood in the urine. Glomerular filtration rate (the "speed" of blood purification) is usually nearly normal. | A [[urinalysis]] may reveal protein in the urine or blood in the urine. Glomerular filtration rate (the "speed" of blood purification) is usually nearly normal. | ||
Other tests may be done to see how well the kidneys are working. These include: | Other tests may be done to see how well the kidneys are working. These include: | ||
*Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) | *[[Blood urea nitrogen]] ([[BUN]]) | ||
*Creatinine - blood | *[[Creatinine]]- [[blood]] | ||
*Creatinine clearance | *[[Creatinine clearance]] | ||
*Albumin levels in the blood may be low. Cholesterol and triglyceride levels may be high. | *Albumin levels in the blood may be low. Cholesterol and triglyceride levels may be high. | ||
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The following tests can help determine the cause of membranous nephropathy: | The following tests can help determine the cause of membranous nephropathy: | ||
*Antinuclear antibodies test | *[[Antinuclear antibodies]] test | ||
*Anti-double-strand DNA, if the antinuclear antibodies test is positive | *[[Anti-double-strand DNA]], if the antinuclear antibodies test is positive | ||
*Blood tests to check for hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and syphillis | *Blood tests to check for [[hepatitis B]], [[hepatitis C]], and [[syphillis]] | ||
*Complement levels | *[[Complement levels]] | ||
*Cryoglobulin test | *[[Cryoglobulin test]] | ||
==Treatment options== | ==Treatment options== | ||
The goal of treatment is to reduce symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. | The goal of treatment is to reduce symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. | ||
Controlling blood pressure is the most important measure to delay kidney damage. The goal is to keep blood pressure at or below 130/80 mmHg. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers ( | Controlling [[blood pressure]] is the most important measure to delay kidney damage. The goal is to keep blood pressure at or below 130/80 mmHg. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers ([[ARB]]s) are the medicines most often used. | ||
Corticosteroids and other drugs that suppress or quiet the immune system may be used. | [[Corticosteroids]] and other drugs that suppress or quiet the immune system may be used. | ||
High blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels should be treated to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis. However, a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet is usually not as helpful for people with membranous nephropathy. Medications to reduce cholesterol and triglycerides may be recommended, most commonly statins. | High blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels should be treated to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis. However, a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet is usually not as helpful for people with membranous nephropathy. Medications to reduce cholesterol and triglycerides may be recommended, most commonly statins. | ||
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Low protein diets may or may not be helpful. A moderate-protein diet (1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight per day) may be suggested. | Low protein diets may or may not be helpful. A moderate-protein diet (1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight per day) may be suggested. | ||
Vitamin D may need to be replaced if | [[Vitamin D]] may need to be replaced if [[nephritic syndrome]] is chronic and does not respond to therapy. | ||
This disease increases the risk for blood clots in the lungs and legs.Patients are occasionally prescribed blood thinners to prevent these complications. | This disease increases the risk for blood clots in the lungs and legs.Patients are occasionally prescribed blood thinners to prevent these complications. | ||
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Editors-in-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. Associate Editor-In-Chief: Syed Ahsan Hussain, M.D.[1] Ujjwal Rastogi, MBBS [2]
Overview
Membranous nephropathy is a kidney disorder which involves changes and inflammation of the structures inside the kidney that help filter waste and fluids. The inflammation leads to problems with kidney function.
What are the symptoms of Membranous glomerulonephritis?
Symptoms often begin slowly over time, and may include:
- Edema (swelling) in any area of the body
- Foamy appearance of urine
- Weight gain
- Poor appetite
- Urination, excessive at night
- Hypertension (patient information)|High blood pressure
- Fatigue
What causes Membranous glomerulonephritis?
Membranous nephropathy is caused by thickening of part of the glomerular basement membrane. Glomerular basement membrane is a part of the kidneys that helps filter waste and extra fluid from the blood. The exact reason for this thickening is not known.
It is one of the most common causes of nephritic syndrome. The condition may be a primary kidney disease of uncertain origin, or it may be associated with other conditions.
Who is at highest risk?
The following increase your risk for this condition:
- Exposure to toxins, including gold and mercury.
- Use of certain medicines, including penicillamine, trimethadione, and skin-lightening creams.
- Infections, including hepatitis B, malaria, syphilis, and endocarditis.
- Blood cancers, including non-Hodgkin lymphoma and leukemia.
- Melanoma, a type of skin cancer.
- Systemic lupus erythematosis, rheumatoid arthritis, Grave`s disease, and other autoimmune disorders.
The disorder occurs in approximately 2 out of 10,000 people. It may occur at any age but is more common after age 40.
When to seek urgent medical care?
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms indicate membranous nephropathy may be present. Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms worsen or persist, if you experience a decreased urine output or other new symptom develops.
Diagnosis
A physical exam may show swelling (edema).
A urinalysis may reveal protein in the urine or blood in the urine. Glomerular filtration rate (the "speed" of blood purification) is usually nearly normal.
Other tests may be done to see how well the kidneys are working. These include:
- Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
- Creatinine- blood
- Creatinine clearance
- Albumin levels in the blood may be low. Cholesterol and triglyceride levels may be high.
Kidney biopsy confirms the diagnosis of membranous nephropathy.
The following tests can help determine the cause of membranous nephropathy:
- Antinuclear antibodies test
- Anti-double-strand DNA, if the antinuclear antibodies test is positive
- Blood tests to check for hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and syphillis
- Complement levels
- Cryoglobulin test
Treatment options
The goal of treatment is to reduce symptoms and slow the progression of the disease.
Controlling blood pressure is the most important measure to delay kidney damage. The goal is to keep blood pressure at or below 130/80 mmHg. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) are the medicines most often used.
Corticosteroids and other drugs that suppress or quiet the immune system may be used.
High blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels should be treated to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis. However, a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet is usually not as helpful for people with membranous nephropathy. Medications to reduce cholesterol and triglycerides may be recommended, most commonly statins.
A low salt diet may help with swelling in the hands and legs. Water pills or diuretics may also help with this problem.
Low protein diets may or may not be helpful. A moderate-protein diet (1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight per day) may be suggested.
Vitamin D may need to be replaced if nephritic syndrome is chronic and does not respond to therapy.
This disease increases the risk for blood clots in the lungs and legs.Patients are occasionally prescribed blood thinners to prevent these complications.
Where to find medical care for Membranous glomerulonephritis?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Membranous glomerulonephritis
What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
The outlook varies. There may be symptom-free periods and acute flare ups. In some cases, the condition may go away with or without therapy.
The majority of patients will have some degree of irreversible kidney damage within 2-20 years. About 20% of those will progress to end-stage renal disease.
Possible complications
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Chronic renal failure
- End stage renal disease
- Renal vein thrombosis
- Pulmonary embolism
Prevention
Promptly treating associated disorders and avoiding associated substances may reduce risk