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Berger's Disease
Nephropathy refers to damage, disease , or other abnormalities of the kidney. IgA nephropathy is a kidney disorder in which
It is also called Bergers disease.
Alternative Names
Nephropathy - IgA; Berger's disease
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
IgA is a protein that helps the body fight infections. IgA nephropathy (Berger's disease) occurs when too much of this protein is deposited in the kidneys. IgA builds up inside the...
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