Nephrology & Therapeutics

Autoimmune Kidney Diseases

Autoimmune Kidney Diseases, such as Lupus Nephritis, occur when the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the kidneys, causing inflammation and damage. In Lupus Nephritis, a common complication of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), the immune system targets kidney tissues, leading to proteinuria, hematuria, and impaired kidney function. Other autoimmune diseases, like Goodpasture syndrome and IgA nephropathy, also affect the kidneys. Early diagnosis through biopsy and blood tests, along with immunosuppressive therapies, are essential to control inflammation, prevent progression to kidney failure, and improve patient outcomes.