Alport Syndrome
What is it?
Alport syndrome is a genetic condition characterized by kidney disease, hearing loss, and eye abnormalities. The majority of affected individuals suffer from progressive kidney damage that may lead to end-stage kidney disease. Sensorineural hearing loss is also common among people with Alport syndrome. Usually, this condition does not cause vision loss as a result of the abnormalities in the eyes.
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Additional names
This group contains additional names:
- Hemorrhagic hereditary nephritis
Signs & symptoms
Symptoms related to this disease may affect different parts of the body.
Location, spacing, and intraocular abnormalities of the eye.
- Chronically high systemic arterial pressure.
- The presence of inflammation affecting the kidney.
-Renal insufficiency
- Sensorineural hearing impairment
- Hematuria
Diagnosis
Several factors contribute to the diagnosis of the disorder, including family history, clinical signs, and specific tests like a kidney biopsy. The diagnosis can be confirmed by genetic testing.
Treatment
By decreasing or eliminating troubling symptoms, symptoms can be managed to improve quality of life. Medication, clinical procedures, diet management, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, or supportive care may be used to treat symptoms.
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