Diagnosing IgA nephropathy: Blood in the urine is the most common sign of IgA nephropathy. If blood or protein is found in your urine, a series of tests may be ordered by your doctor. These tests can usually determine if the kidneys are injured and how well they are working. Blood urea ...
Cystoscopy –A flexible telescope is inserted into the urethra. It passes into the bladder to check for the presence of tumor and other problems in the lining of the bladder. The patient is sedated and put on a local anesthesia to remain comfortable during the procedure. Blood Test –A compl...
Your total IgA is low (you got a 78 when the normal range starts at 91). You might be IgA deficient. Your tTg IgA is positive (you got over 100 when a positive is anything over 3). Your deamidated IgA is positive (you got 53 when a positive is anything over 19). Very positive ...
To review what we have learned about FM during the past decade, I have formulated a series of questions: How has FM been defined? How and when should FM be diagnosed? What is the association between FM and psychiatric illness? Have pathophysiological abnormalities or causes been identified?
Currently, there are two ways to know that you have Celiac Disease. The first and recommended method is to talk to your doctor about getting tested (which usually involves a simple blood test and/or an endoscopy). The second option is the new Celiac Home Test Kit, which allows anyone to...
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Consume a healthy, low-fat and low-salt diet. Exerciseregularly. Maintain a healthy weight. Keep blood pressurein check. Control blood sugarif you have diabetes. Do not smoke. Limit alcoholintake. If creatinine levels are elevated fromdehydration, rehydration is needed either via oral fluids or...
You can use an ointment like Desitin (zinc oxide topical) to form a protective barrier on the baby's bottom. If the rash still persists after 2 to 3 days, consult with your pediatrician. 8. Rosacea Rosacea is a chronic swelling of the face, with redness, prominent blood vessels, and pi...
Although there are tests to diagnose celiac disease, it’s not always a straightforward process. The diagnosis of celiac disease typically starts with blood tests to see if you have specific substances (markers) for the disease. This test is followed by procedures to look at the intestines and...
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