RA SLE with protein leak

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Asked for Female, 52 Years

Hello there, My mom has Rheumatoid arthritis type SLE , now she is having leak of protein. It's been an year with creatinine tests, 24hr urine test etc, now RA doctor is asking for kidney biopsy. My doubt is should we consult nephrology or continue with RA for protein leak

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Dr. Subodh Gururani

Rheumatologist 11 yrs exp Dehradun

Kidney biopsy is mandatory in this case. Continue treatment under a qualified rheumatologist.

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Dr. Sakshi Mittal Rheumatologist 11 yrs exp Delhi · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sakshi Mittal

Rheumatologist 11 yrs exp Delhi

Rheumatologist are the best specialist to treat SLE, as it is a disease affecting not only kidney but also joints and various organ systems of the body. You need a single specialist who is an expert in managing all these problems and can treat the disease as a whole

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