10 Causes of Nephrotic Syndrome

Minimal Change Disease (MCD): This is the most common cause of nephrotic syndrome in children.

, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) : FSGS causes scarring (sclerosis) in specific segments of the kidney's glomeruli, leading to protein leakage into the urine.

Membranous Nephropathy: In this condition, the glomerular basement membrane becomes thickened, leading to protein leakage.

Diabetic Nephropathy: High blood sugar levels associated with diabetes can damage the kidneys over time, leading to nephrotic syndrome.

, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) : Lupus nephritis, a complication of systemic lupus erythematosus, can cause inflammation in the kidneys, leading to nephrotic syndrome.

Amyloidosis: In this condition, abnormal proteins called amyloids build up in the kidneys, impairing their function and causing nephrotic syndrome.

Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis (MPGN): MPGN is a type of kidney inflammation that affects the glomeruli and can lead to nephrotic syndrome.

, IgA Nephropathy (Berger's Disease) : This condition occurs when immunoglobulin A (IgA) deposits in the glomeruli, leading to inflammation and kidney damage.