LEARN ABOUT IgAN, AN AUTOIMMUNE CONDITION THAT AFFECTS THE KIDNEYS
Living with immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) may feel overwhelming at times. You and your loved ones may face challenges every day. Therefore, it is important to educate yourself on IgAN to be better prepared for the journey ahead.
Learn more about IgAN below, including how it may affect the kidneys.
Understanding your IgAN
Challenges of IgAN
“There’s a lot of ambiguity that goes along with this disease.”
— Real IgAN patient
YOU MAY BE CONCERNED WITH WHERE YOUR IgAN IS HEADING
Your worsening proteinuria may have you worried
It’s important to do everything you can to manage your IgAN, such as reducing your salt intake, exercising regularly, not smoking, and controlling your weight. Despite your efforts, a significant increase in protein in your urine (proteinuria) might have you concerned.
