What is Fanconi syndrome(Fanconi's syndrome)

Fanconi syndrome(Fanconi's syndrome)is a disease of the proximal renal tubules of the kidney in which glucose, amino acids, uric acid, phosphate and bicarbonate are passed into the urine, instead of being reabsorbed. Fanconi syndrome affects the proximal tubule, which is the first part of the tubule to process fluid after it is filtered through the glomerulus. It may be inherited, or caused by drugs or heavy metals.What Did Ancient Chinese Medicine Use for Kidney Failure
The causes of Fanconi syndrome(Fanconi's syndrome)
In some breeds, primarily the Basenji, Fanconi syndrome is genetic meaning it is passed down from parents to offspring. There are cases however where the disease is acquired due to idiopathic (unknown) means or from medication side affects. In many cases it is hard to differentiate between genetic and idiopathic causes.
The symptoms of Fanconi syndrome(Fanconi's syndrome) Frequent Asked Question about Stem Cell Therapy
The most common signs associated with Fanconi syndrome are polydipsia and polyuria or excessive drinking and urinating respectively. This is due to the inability of the dogs to concentrate their urine. Weight loss and overall poor condition are also seen in Fanconi affected dogs. As the condition progresses electrolyte imbalances and metabolic acidosis may occur also.
The complications of Fanconi syndrome(Fanconi's syndrome)

Complications of Fanconi syndrome are secondary conditions, symptoms, or other disorders that are caused by Fanconi syndrome. In many cases the distinction between symptoms of Fanconi syndrome and complications of Fanconi syndrome is unclear or arbitrary.