Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
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Nephrotic syndrome is a set of signs or symptoms that may point to kidney problems. The kidneys are two-bean shaped organs found in the lower back, each about the size of a fist. They clean the blood by filtering out excess water and salt and waste products from food. Healthy kidneys keep protein in the blood, which helps the blood soak up water from tissues; but kidneys with damaged filters may leak protein into urine. As a result, not enough protein is left in the blood to soak up water. A child with nephrotic syndrome has these signs: • High levels of protein in urine, a condition known as proteinuria • Low levels of protein in the blood • Swelling as a result of excess build-up of salt and water • Less frequent urination • Weight gain from excess water.
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