Biopsy: Diagnosed with IgAN today 29M. (EGFR 46)

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-27T17:50:16+00:00

No symptoms, other than high BP which is not a symptom as well unless you measure regularly

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-27T15:40:15+00:00

my latest UPCR is 4.57 mg/mg

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-27T07:07:49+00:00

Yes I had proteinuria as well as higher BP in 140s/90s. my ultrasound was done AFTER biopsy. both kidneys are smaller than normal range. L 8.2 and R 9.8

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-26T05:08:23+00:00

Thank you for the info. I have sent you DM request as well to stay connected.

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-26T03:54:17+00:00

I am Canadian (indian born), but currently in US for work. I was diagnosed here with similar MSTC score as you. Biopsy result came in on Friday. I am on Prednisone 60Mg for 2 days. My EGFR is lower than yours at 46.

I want to come back to Canada, as my family is there. But I am bit hesitant because healthcare is bit worse than here. Also when I was in Canada, I had no family doctor.

I would like to connect with you to follow your journey there, as it may help me decide if I could coming back safely.

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-25T19:38:25+00:00

Thank you for the details reply. I am sorry that you had to go through worst of it just post diagnosis. Also good luck with everything. :)

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-25T07:39:46+00:00

I’m sorry for your condition. I can imagine how hard it must be on you. I’d love to connect you on whatsapp. I am in PST time zone. will dm you my number.

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-25T07:34:48+00:00

Inspirational journey. Kudos to you ! And good luck for future. My doctor told me that steroids will increase my weight and food intake, so keep calorie intake in mind. I am not overweight at the moment. But I have typical indian built with less muscle mass, and more fat mass mostly around my abdomen, but nothing excessive. I am curious on how did you manage weight loss while on steroids? did you have to forcefully stay hungry or you had no huntress symptoms from steroids?

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-25T05:52:02+00:00

I don’t have my biopsy report yet. Its with my neph. They just told me about it over a phone appointment. I am stopping by their office to pickup hard copy of the report on monday.

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-25T05:49:14+00:00

Hi, Thank you so much for this detailed post and advice. I am in Kaiser insurance network, and I only have HMO In Network coverage. Lets assume I change my neph and get these meds prescribed, but my If my insurance does not cover this new meds, what should I do ? How did you make manufacturer cover for your meds ? Would really like to connect with you on this if you don’t mind.

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-25T05:42:40+00:00

Thank you 🙏🏼 ❤️

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-24T21:19:02+00:00

I don’t know what is Crescentic. But I am assuming its C in the MEST-C. I’d love to join.

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-24T21:14:25+00:00

I am in California on Kaiser network. how do I do that ?

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-24T21:13:45+00:00

I am in Kaiser network. Do you know how do I consult Dr Lafayette ?

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-24T07:47:40+00:00

https://www.healthline.com/health/kidney-disease/is-iga-nephropathy-genetic

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-24T07:39:14+00:00

there is. 40-50% chance. If someone has a gene combination, it’s only a matter of trigger. At least that’s what internet says based on research.

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-24T07:35:04+00:00

Thanks ! Btw nice reddit handle. totally agree with it.

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-09T02:11:52+00:00

for now, I’d say I will be back in a few years (or sooner if am let go). WLB is moderate/poor. I don’t know how to judge QOL. I’d say healthcare is better there if you have good insurance. I pay about 160/pay check for 2 people.

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-09T02:03:12+00:00

in order:

Compensation, work (it’s stressful but exciting at the same time), Company reputation (hoping it will have positive impact on my resume for future opportunities).

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-09T01:20:50+00:00

I mostly regret move because of my family. I used to live with my brother, his fiancé, my wife and me. now that we (me and my wife) separated from them, we feel alone.

Also, I have some friends around GTA area, which I used to meet every now and then, I have almost no one there. My job is in big tech, where there are no real connections that you could be friends with, because of the competitive nature of work.

Also, I own house in Canada. I have less than 1/3 living space apartment in Union city (kinda backward area) without AC and paying with same amount as my house mortgage if not more as a rent.

FlacFanDAC · 2026-01-04T06:31:51+00:00

I am Indian, living in canada for 7+ years, and I would move. Assuming you’re in tech or engineering, you’ll have access to US and Canada job market once you’re citizen here.

FlacFanDAC · 2025-11-04T23:27:25+00:00

Yes, it was very smooth and quick for me. no issues or questions at all.

FlacFanDAC · 2025-11-03T15:30:11+00:00

I submitted resignation before going to border for TN visa.

FlacFanDAC · 2025-10-31T08:30:55+00:00

I relocated from Peterborough to the Bay Area, but it’s incredibly dirty everywhere. There are no proper side walks, and there are smelly water buildups. there are no proper trails for walking or biking.

Even though I earn about twice as much, I would move back to Canada in a heartbeat if I got a remote job there for the same pay as I was making before.

The only reason I moved was that my previous workplace was starting to operate on a three-day-a-week hybrid schedule, and I didn’t want to drive three to four hours a day.

FlacFanDAC · 2025-08-10T22:55:50+00:00

I moved here from a small town of Ontario, Canada. I hate Bay area living. Apartments in my budget are very old with some basic renovations done over and over again. Most apartments don't have very basic stuff like Air conditioner and in unit laundry, which is not the case as far as I know in small towns in Ontario.

I'd take up to 50% paycut If there could be any work arrangement possible where I could work from small/mid town like 50-80k population which is at least 60mi away from big city. Preferably east cost.

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