After the treatment for Berger dis. ease has begun and positive signs ( U r getting well!) is indicated, still following medical tests monthly or bi-monthly are usually suggested by doctors:
1. Routine urinalysis : To check whether you are losing protein(proteinuria) or RBCs (hematuria), whether same has increased or decreased since last check up. It helps to monitor health status.
2. Serum potassium : Like me , patients suffering from IGA nephropathy are treated with medicines for High Blood Pressure such as REPACE-25 in order to lower blood pressure and further prevent damage to kidney. Sometimes( though its rare i guess) ,these medicines tend to increase potassium levels or lower our BP suddenly which is also harmful to our over all health. Hence, serum potassium level may be tested occasionally and checked if it is in range.
3. Serum Creatinine : Elevated creatinine level signifies impaired kidney function or kidney disease. As the kidneys become impaired for any reason, the creatinine level in the blood will rise due to poor clearance of creatinine by the kidneys. Abnormally high levels ofcreatinine thus warn of possible malfunction or failure of the kidneys.
1. Routine urinalysis : To check whether you are losing protein(proteinuria) or RBCs (hematuria), whether same has increased or decreased since last check up. It helps to monitor health status.
2. Serum potassium : Like me , patients suffering from IGA nephropathy are treated with medicines for High Blood Pressure such as REPACE-25 in order to lower blood pressure and further prevent damage to kidney. Sometimes( though its rare i guess) ,these medicines tend to increase potassium levels or lower our BP suddenly which is also harmful to our over all health. Hence, serum potassium level may be tested occasionally and checked if it is in range.
3. Serum Creatinine : Elevated creatinine level signifies impaired kidney function or kidney disease. As the kidneys become impaired for any reason, the creatinine level in the blood will rise due to poor clearance of creatinine by the kidneys. Abnormally high levels ofcreatinine thus warn of possible malfunction or failure of the kidneys.
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