Lupus Nephropathy

Lupus nephropathy is the kidney involvement that can occur in people with lupus, a disease in which the defense system attacks the body's own tissues, including the kidney glomeruli.

Which specialist treats it? The nephrologist is the one who evaluates how the kidney is working and follows this complication, in coordination with the team that treats the lupus.

How it presents: You may notice swelling in the legs or face, foamy urine or urine with color changes, elevated blood pressure and fluid retention in the body.

When to consult? In those living with lupus, monitoring kidney health is especially important to detect changes in time. If swelling, changes in the urine or high blood pressure appear, it is advisable to reach out to a professional to check kidney function with the attention it requires.