Immunotactoid Glomerulopathy: ASP Health - Patient Assistance Programs

Immunotactoid Glomerulopathy

An immunotactoid glomerulopathy is a rare kidney disease that affects the glomerulus, where blood and waste are filtered. Microtubule proteins cause damage to the glomerulus. Blood and protein can be found in urine (hematuria and proteinuria, respectively), causing urine to appear red or foamy. There are also symptoms such as a decrease in kidney function (renal insufficiency), swelling in the legs or feet, and high blood pressure (hypertension). It is diagnosed with a kidney biopsy. There is no exact cause for this disorder, but most commonly it is found in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), B cell lymphomas, and multiple myelomas.

Symptoms of immunotactoid glomerulopathy include:

Hematuria (blood in the urine)
Proteinuria (Protein in the urine causes it to look foamy)
Renal insufficiency (loss of kidney function)
Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Causes

There is currently no known cause of immunotactoid glomerulopathy.

Affected Populations

A person with a history of leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, or another monoclonal gammopathy is most likely to develop immunotactoid glomerulopathy. Immunotactoid glomerulopathy may also be associated with a previous hepatitis C infection. Many cases, however, have no known cause and no identifiable underlying disease.

What are the services offered by ASP Health?

Inflation has also affected the healthcare industry, especially the U.S. People are unable to afford medicines due to rising medication costs. They have to compromise health for a living. But every problem has a solution. Here we are with a solution- Patient Assistance Program. There are several programs available such as co-pay assistance, which provides medicines at low prices.

Medications are provided for free by pharma companies’ patient assistance programs. Many healthcare organizations and foundations are also working with pharma industries for this cause.

The Patient Assistance Program may provide a discount on medications or cover the full cost.

How to connect with ASP Health & avail its services

ASP Health is a non-profit organization that offers health care services to individuals and families. They provide assistance to patients who cannot afford their medical bills, which is an important service for those who need it the most.

Every step of the way, whether it is filling out a form or providing advice about your medications or the program, we will guide you through the process. We are here to help you.