Eye problems are a real and frustrating part of living with IgAN — you're definitely not alone in dealing with this. The good news is there are ways to manage these symptoms.
Here's a breakdown of what may help:
For swelling and puffiness around the eyes
- Managing fluid retention through your treatment plan can reduce Show Full Answer
Eye problems are a real and frustrating part of living with IgAN — you're definitely not alone in dealing with this. The good news is there are ways to manage these symptoms.
Here's a breakdown of what may help:
For swelling and puffiness around the eyes:
- Managing fluid retention through your treatment plan can reduce swelling
- Talk to your nephrologist about whether any adjustments to your current treatment could help
For itching and irritation:
- Buildup of calcium and phosphate (common with kidney disease) can deposit in the eyes and cause irritation
- Working with your care team to manage these mineral levels may reduce eye irritation
- Lubricating eye drops can add a protective moisture layer and ease discomfort
For contact lens issues:
- Dry, irritated eyes make contact lens wear uncomfortable or impossible
- Lubricating drops may help, but it's worth checking with an eye doctor (ophthalmologist) about whether contacts are safe to wear given your current eye health The most important step is letting both your nephrologist and an eye doctor know what's going on. Many of these eye symptoms are connected to how well your kidney disease is being managed, so improvements in one area can lead to improvements in the other. Regular eye exams are also a good idea to catch any changes early. 👀
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