ICD-10: N04Genitourinary System DiseasesGeneral Severity
Nephrotic syndrome
Nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder where your body loses too much protein in your urine, leading to swelling throughout your body.
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Your kidneys act like tiny filters that clean your blood and keep important substances, like protein, inside your body. Nephrotic syndrome happens when those filters become damaged and allow too much protein to leak out into your pee.
Because protein helps hold water inside your blood vessels, losing it causes fluid to leak into your body tissues instead. This is why people with this condition often notice puffiness in their face, hands, and feet.
Common Symptoms
- Noticeable swelling, especially around the eyes and in the ankles or feet.
- Foamy or bubbly-looking urine caused by the extra protein.
- Weight gain because your body is holding onto extra fluid.
- Feeling very tired or worn out.