Are you at risk for IgA Nephropathy? - IGA Nephropathy Foundation

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Do you have, or have you ever been told, you have high blood pressure?(Required)

Yes

High blood pressure can be a sign of IgA Nephropathy. You should talk to your doctor about your risk factors.

High blood pressure can be a sign of IgA Nephropathy.

Does anyone in your family:(Required)

Have IgA Nephropathy (also known as Berger's Disease)
Have chronic kidney disease
Need to undergo dialysis
Have, or need, a kidney transplant

Yes

There is a genetic component to IgA Nephropathy. If there is a history of kidney disease in your family you should talk to your doctor about your risk factors.

There is a genetic component to IgA Nephropathy. For those who have a history of kidney disease in their family, it is advised they speak to their doctor about their risk factors.

Are your legs, ankles, or feet consistently swollen or puffy?(Required)

Yes

It’s common for the legs, feet, and ankles to swell and look puffy if you stand up after a long period of sitting. However, if they are consistently swollen for an extended period of time, it could be a sign of IgA Nephropathy. You should talk to your doctor about your risk factors.

Have you ever been told that you have blood or protein in your urine?(Required)

Yes

Blood, protein, or both in urine are common signs of IgA Nephropathy. You should make an appointment to speak with your doctor.

Blood, protein, or both in urine are common signs of IgA Nephropathy.

Has your urine ever been brown, cola-colored, pink, or red?(Required)

Yes

Blood in the urine can make it look brown, cola-colored, pink, or red. Visible blood in urine is a common sign of IgA Nephropathy, especially for those younger than 40.

Are you younger than 40?(Required)

Yes

Blood in the urine can make it look brown, cola-colored, pink, or red. Having visible blood in urine is rare in people with IgA Nephropathy over age 40 and can indicate a different serious condition or illness. You should make an appointment to speak with your doctor.

Did you find visible blood in your urine while sick with a fever and/or cold symptoms?(Required)

Yes

Blood in the urine can make it look brown, cola-colored, pink, or red. Visible blood in urine while sick with a fever/cold is a common sign of IgA Nephropathy in people younger than 40. You should make an appointment with your doctor to discuss a kidney screening.

Blood in the urine can make it look brown, cola-colored, pink, or red. Visible blood in urine while sick with a fever/cold is a common sign of IgA Nephropathy in people younger than 40.

Does your urine have a frothy or soapy appearance?(Required)

Yes

Protein in urine, which may make urine look frothy or soapy, can be a sign of IgA Nephropathy. You should make an appointment with your doctor to discuss a kidney screening.

Protein in urine, which may make urine look frothy or soapy, can be a sign of IgA Nephropathy.

Are you of East or South Asian descent?(Required)

Yes

People of East and South Asian descent are at disproportionately high genetic risk of IgA Nephropathy, and at higher risk of kidney failure if diagnosed. You should talk to your doctor about your risk factors.

People of East and South Asian descent are at disproportionately high genetic risk of IgA Nephropathy, and at higher risk of kidney failure if diagnosed.

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