Question 244 · LEK · Nephritic syndrome
A 14-year-old patient was admitted to the hospital because of hypertension, edemas, proteinuria and microscopic hematuria. The lab tests showed increased ASO titres, low levels of C3 complement, normal renal function. What is the most probable diagnosis?
- A. acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis.
- B. IgA nephropathy.
- C. thin basement membrane disease.
- D. urinary tract infection.
- E. nephrotic syndrome with minimal changes.
Hint
Combine nephritic features with evidence of recent streptococcal infection and complement consumption.
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