Planning a family

Starting a family is an exciting time, but if you’ve been diagnosed with IgAN, you might have questions about how it could affect your plans. If you are considering becoming pregnant, it’s important to discuss it with your doctor beforehand. They can help you make decisions tailored to your personal health and can help guide you through your parenthood journey.

Most women with IgAN can have healthy pregnancies, but if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, high protein in your urine, or poor kidney function, you may face higher risks of complications. This is why it is important to plan your pregnancy with your doctor and receive careful monitoring.

Women of childbearing age who take ACE inhibitors or ARBs should use reliable contraception, as these medications are not safe during pregnancy. If you are planning to get pregnant, talk to your doctor about switching to safer alternatives before you conceive. Always stop these medications under medical supervision.