Posted on 5th May, 2025 at 5:56:47 AM
Glomerular disease is a condition that affects the kidneys. The kidneys are organs in the urinary tract that make urine.
Each kidney has 2 parts:
In glomerular disease, the part of the kidney that filters the blood doesn’t work normally. As a result, substances that shouldn’t be in the urine, such as blood and protein, can get into the urine.
Glomerular disease can happen quickly or slowly over time. There are different types of glomerular disease, and each type has different causes.
Glomerular disease sometimes causes serious problems. It can cause acute kidney injury, which is when the kidneys suddenly stop working. It can also cause chronic kidney disease, which is when the kidneys slowly stop working. Treatment of glomerular disease depends upon its cause and type.
What are the symptoms of glomerular disease?
The symptoms depend on the type of glomerular disease you have and what’s causing it. Some people with glomerular disease have no symptoms. They find out they have it when their doctor does a urine test for another reason.
When glomerular disease causes symptoms, they can include:
Is there a test for glomerular disease?
Yes. Your doctor or nurse can check for glomerular disease by doing blood and urine tests. These tests can show if your urine has blood or protein in it, and how well your kidneys are working.
Your doctor or nurse will probably do other tests to find out which type of glomerular disease you have. These tests can include:
Blood tests to check for medical conditions that can cause glomerular disease
An ultrasound of your kidney – An ultrasound is an imaging test that uses sound waves to create a picture of the kidney.
A kidney biopsy – During a biopsy, the doctor will put a thin needle into your back and into your kidney. They will remove a tiny sample of tissue from the kidney. Then another doctor will look at the sample under a microscope.
How is glomerular disease treated?
Treatment depends on your symptoms, what’s causing your glomerular disease, and how quickly it
