Managing a chronic condition can be overwhelming, especially in the beginning. There is so much to learn and manage, alongside just not feeling like your “normal” self.
Having a plan can help. But you will need some experts on your side to help you along the way. IgA nephropathy, also known as Berger’s disease, is a kidney disease caused by an excess of IgA in your body.
IgA is an antibody, or a protein your immune system creates to protect you from bacteria and viruses. In people with IgA nephropathy, IgA builds up in the kidneys and causes inflammation which can damage kidney tissues and lead to serious complications such as kidney failure.
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