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IgA nephropathy - Symptom

Alternative Names

Nephropathy - IgA; Berger's disease

Symptoms:

  • Changes in color of urine - bloody, dark, brown, or rust colored
  • Repeated episodes of dark or bloody urine

Signs and tests:

IgA nephropathy usually is discovered after one or more episodes of dark or bloody urine in a person with no other symptoms of kidney disorder.

Bloody urine may begin during or soon after a respiratory infection.

There are no specific changes seen during a physical examination. Occasionally, blood pressure may be high or swelling of the body may be present.

Tests that may be done include:

  • Reviewed last on: 8/14/2007
  • Charles Silberberg, DO, Private Practice specializing in Nephrology, Affiliated with New York Medical College, Division of Nephrology, Valhalla, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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