Nephrotic Syndrome: Treatments
A collection of symptoms that indicate kidney damage. Symptoms include high levels of protein in the urine, lack of protein in the blood, and high blood cholesterol.
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About Nephrotic Syndrome Treatments
Treating nephrotic syndrome includes addressing the underlying cause as well as taking steps to reduce high blood pressure, edema, high cholesterol, and the risks of infection. Treatment usually includes medications and changes in diet.
Medications that lower blood pressure can also significantly slow the progression of kidney disease causing nephrotic syndrome. Two types of blood pressure lowering medications, angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), have proven effective in slowing the progression of kidney disease by reducing the pressure inside the glomeruli and thereby reducing proteinuria.
Many people require two or more medications to control their blood pressure. In addition to an ACE inhibitor or an ARB, a diuretic – a medication that aids the kidneys in removing fluid from the blood – can also be useful in helping to reduce blood pressure as well as edema. Beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, and other blood pressure medications may also be needed…Read more about Nephrotic Syndrome Treatments NIH – National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases