Which is the most appropriate initial treatment for Minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Oral prednisolone
- Step 1: Minimal change nephrotic syndrome is treated with oral prednisolone.
Answer
Oral prednisolone.
Why not the others: 'Intravenous cyclophosphamide first-line': steroids are first-line. 'High-protein diet and diuretics only': steroids are the mainstay. 'Antibiotics alone': there is no infection to treat.
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