Question 135 · LEK · Glomerular diseases
A mother reported to the pediatrician with her 10-year-old son because of hearing impairment. Medical history showed that boy’s uncle suffers from hypoacusis. The urine test showed erythrocyturia and mild proteinuria. Which of the following is the most probable cause of the symptoms?
- A. Alport syndrome.
- B. acute postinfectious glomerulonephritis.
- C. acute pyelonephritis.
- D. haemolytic-uraemic syndrome.
- E. systemic lupus erythematosus.
Hint
Combine sensorineural hearing loss, hematuria and an affected male relative on the mother's side.
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