Diabetic Glomerulosclerosis Symptoms
Segmental glomerulosclerosis; Focal sclerosis with hyalinosis
Symptoms
- Foamy urine (from excess protein in the urine)
- Poor appetite
- Swelling, called generalized
edema , from fluids held in the body - Weight gain
Signs and tests
The health care provider will perform a physical examination. This may detect tissue swelling and high
Tests may include:
Kidney biopsy -
Kidney function tests ...
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