Scarred glomeruli cannot be repaired. Treatment aims to prevent further damage and to avoid dialysis. The best treatment for glomerulosclerosis depends on what caused the scarring. The cause is determined by a kidney biopsy.
How do you repair damaged glomeruli?
Overall, there is no one specific treatment that works for all glomerular diseases, but your doctor may tell you to:
- Control your blood pressure and stop protein loss in the urine with drugs called ACE inhibitors or ARBs.
- Take diuretics (water pills) to treat swelling in ankles and feet.
How can I increase my glomeruli?
Vasodilation in the afferent arteriole and vasconstriction in the efferent arteriole will increase blood flow (and hydrostatic pressure) in the glomerulus and will increase GFR. Conversely, vasoconstriction in the afferent arteriole and vasodilation in the efferent arteriole will decrease GFR.
