A member asked:

During post strep glomerulonephritis, since there is loss of protein and blood, won't it weaken immune system of body and also affect tissue repair?

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Dr. Thomas Bice answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

Not enough protein: While you lost some protein in your urine with glomerulonephritis, you don't lose enough to lower immune function and affect tissue repair o a substantial degree.

Answered 9/5/2017

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