What is Nephrotic Syndrome? Top Symptoms, Treatment, and Causes You SHOULD Know!

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Published 2023-12-19
What is nephrotic syndrome? I'm Dr. Frita, I'm a board-certified nephrologist, which means I'm a medical doctor who specializes in kidney disease and high blood pressure and I'll tell you exactly what it is. Nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder where you leak out excessive amounts of protein through your urine and it can lead to all kinds of complications. It can lead to swollen feet, ankles, legs, hands, a swollen belly, and swelling around the eyes. It can also lead to high blood pressure, high cholesterol, blood clots, and even cause kidney failure.

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Nephrotic syndrome can be bad news for both adults and children. So it's very important that you understand exactly what it is. Today I'm going to break it down and explain this syndrome giving you the signs, symptoms, treatments, and causes.


Understanding "what is nephrotic syndrome?" is vital for both patients and caregivers. It's a complex condition and topic, and it's not exactly your everyday dinner conversation. But hopefully, now you have a better understanding.

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All Comments (21)
  • @DrFrita
    I want to personally invite you to prioritize your health with a one-on-one medical consultation from the comfort of your own home! Learn more about my VIP Concierge Telehealth Services: social.drfrita.com/conciergeservice
  • @YvonneSmith
    This is great. It’s unfortunate that some people view their exam as a pass/fail vs prevention and caring for chronic conditions. I would much rather follow the prevention guidance vs falling into the track of diabetes, dialysis edema. Sharing this now
  • @shannonking4669
    Thanks Dr Frita for making yourself available for consultations. This is an answer to prayers. 💕
  • @robinredman4853
    You mentioned bubbles during urination. You also said a few bubbles of foam. Exactly how would describe a small amount of foam/bubbles. Thank you for sharing. ❤
  • @coding7196
    Thank you. Can you please discuss lesions on the kidney in a future video?
  • @MiangBelza
    Thank you doc for the knoedge. I have a daughter who has this nephrotic syndrome. She is still under treatment. And I'm really praying for her fast recovery. ❤️ Just wan't to ask Doc if what are the food intake that will help her in this condition. Thank you if you notice my comment Doc
  • @StJohn1.1
    Hi. Love your videos. What cause diabetes and how to prevent?
  • Thanks for all your great advice. I really enjoy watching your videos, they provide a lot of knowledge and help a lot on a daily basis in choosing food when shopping, etc. Thank you ❤✨
  • @brendacurtis4598
    Friday December 29, 2023 at 4 am. I think this is what my 75 yr old Diabetic Brother has. Body is Swolen. We thought it was fluid buidup. He's n a VA facility. Thank you. Very good info.
  • @kayjohnson6607
    Hi Dr. Frita. I suffered this about seven months ago and I as ok. Few weeks ago at my check up my protein is 3+ in my urine. I have another lab test and then my Dr. will resume a new treatment. I suffered high blood pressure, edema and have a whole lot of fluid in my tummy.
  • @modelerica1
    Hi dr. Frita for years now I have always had a trace of protein in urine, I was on ppi for almost 2 years and I stopped 3 months ago when I realized my protein in urine increased at my last panel. My dr. Wanted to put me back on HBp meds immediately and I said no simply because I don’t think I need it my numbers are good. So I am going back in 2 more months to recheck. My ldl has always been excellent cholesterol high but I did decreased it months ago. Sugar levels no problems. No bubbles in urine etc. I do not want to get back on HBp meds as she thinks this is my only alternative but I do think the panel taken was a false positive it escalated to that # too fast. I’m confident I’m fine but I just don’t want to get back on HBp meds cus I wasn’t able to tolerate it. Any suggestions ?
  • @abdimohamud4604
    Which butter increases high cholesterol levels? Which one do I avoid? Thank you
  • @user-ii8dz5gm6k
    Hi Dr FRita how can I get appointment with you because what sate you live
  • @robinbritt4597
    I am Robin I have a sticky discharge from my urine is this sugar? I've been keeping my sugars low but it still comes what can it be? Thank you
  • 🧡I have been diagnosed with having nephrotic syndrome now progressed to CKD STAGE 5 eGFR IF 12. Also have autoimmune pancreatitis, IGG4-RD, scleritis, parotid gland autoimmune, frequent UTI, and in the last two years developed severe polyneuropathy. I do not have diabetes.
  • I have thinning of both kidney I forgot the name due to gadolinium toxicity. What can I do?