Minimal change disease physical examination
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Vamsikrishna Gunnam M.B.B.S [2]
Overview
Common physical examination findings of minimal change disease include facial, scrotal and vulvar edema. Finger abnormalities, ascites and pleural effusions due to edema may also be present.Edema may be preceded by an upper respiratory tract infection.On physical examination, symptoms of nephrotic syndrome are most commonly noted. Inspection may include . Additionally, subungual edema may be noted showing a paradoxically pink lunulae and white nail beds. Finger abnormalities also include Muehrcke lines of the toe and fingernails, which are horizontal white lines. Finally, ascites and pleural effusions due to edema may also be present.[1]
Physical Examination
physical examination findings of minimal change disease include