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Hepatitis C spreads when the blood of a person who is infected with hepatitis C gets into the body of a person who does not have hepatitis C.

Learn about granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA)—the causes, symptoms, treatment and effect on your kidneys.

Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of glomerulonephritis, a type of kidney disease that can lead to serious kidney problems.

Minimal change disease (MCD) is a condition that damages the tiny blood vessels in your kidneys, which can affect how well your kidneys work. It is more common in children than in adults. Doctors can manage or cure MCD with the right treatment.

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disease that causes many cysts to grow inside your kidneys. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment for PKD.

Explore the symptoms, treatment, and complications of lupus nephritis and its connection to kidney disease. Learn how the American Kidney Fund provides valuable information about this condition to help individuals and families affected by lupus nephritis.

aHUS (atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome) is a very rare genetic disease that causes tiny blood clots to form in your blood vessels, blocking blood flow to important organs. aHUS can cause kidney failure, heart disease and other serious health problems. While there is no known cu...