The doctor will not give me anything for it because I have no symptons. It takes 3 to 4 times of going to empty my bladder. Otherwise no burning, fever, nothing.
September 25
It sounds like you're asking whether a UTI (urinary tract infection) is significant when you have IgA Nephropathy — and the short answer is: yes, it's worth taking seriously, especially at Stage 3a.
Here's why it matters: - Blood in urine can be caused by both IgAN activity and UTIs, making it harder to interpret your Show Full Answer
It sounds like you're asking whether a UTI (urinary tract infection) is significant when you have IgA Nephropathy — and the short answer is: yes, it's worth taking seriously, especially at Stage 3a.
Here's why it matters: - Blood in urine can be caused by both IgAN activity and UTIs, making it harder to interpret your results accurately
- Recurring UTIs can cause additional stress on kidneys that are already working harder than they should be
- At Stage 3a, your kidneys are already filtering at a reduced rate, so anything adding extra burden matters more than it might for someone with healthy kidneys
- Persistent issues like this can sometimes mask or worsen signs of IgAN progression
Three out of four months showing positive is a pattern, not a coincidence. That's definitely something to flag clearly with your nephrologist if you haven't already.
They may want to investigate whether the UTI readings are connected to IgAN activity, or whether there's a separate issue that needs its own treatment plan. Either way, you deserve a clear answer on this one.
September 25
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