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Medical University of South Carolina scientists have uncovered a link between the innate immune system and cognitive problems ...

Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD Complement 3 glomerulopathy (C3G) is considered a very rare disease. With C3G, patients have issues with their immune system that cause kidney damage and symptoms ...

C3 glomerulopathy (C3G) and primary immune complex membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (IC-MPGN) are two rare kidney diseases. They’re both driven by activity of the complement system, which is a ...

Medically reviewed by David Hampton, MD C3G is caused by immune system dysfunction that can lead to kidney issues.When the kidneys don't work as they should, people can experience blood or protein in ...

An early and effective immune response is crucial for resolving viral infections and preventing post-infectious complications. The complement system, a pivotal element of antiviral immunity, is a ...

Proteinuria (protein in urine) is common with complement 3 glomeropathy and is a strong predictor of disease progression and end-stage kidney failure.

Current treatment methods for C3 glomerulopathy (C3G) help support kidney function and suppress immune system activity. Emerging therapies interrupt the proteins responsible for disease activity. C3G ...