Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis history and symptoms

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Overview

In children and some adults, FSGS presents as a nephrotic syndrome (which is characterized by edema (associated with weight gain), hypoalbuminemia (low serum albumin (a protein) in the blood), hyperlipidemia and hypertension (high blood pressure)). In adults it may also present as kidney failure and proteinuria, without a full-blown nephrotic syndrome.