Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis

You begin to understand when to seek care by knowing that focal segmental glomerulosclerosis affects the glomeruli, the tiny structures of the kidney responsible for filtering the blood, in which scarring appears in some areas.

What it is: It is a cause of kidney disease in which part of the glomeruli harden, which can impair the kidney's ability to filter properly.

Signs that may appear: Swelling in the legs or around the eyes, foamy urine, or fatigue, although at first it may go unnoticed.

Which specialist treats it? The nephrologist and, in children, the pediatric nephrologist are the ones who evaluate and follow up on this kidney condition, sometimes in coordination with the internist. At persistent swelling or changes in the urine, an evaluation with these professionals guides the way forward.