Author:
Khalid R. Kareem
Page: 26-29
Published online: 07 May 2026
https://doi.org/10.36478/rjmb.2026.26.29
Autoimmune Nephrotic syndrome (NS) is marked by significant proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, edema, and dyslipidemia causing by the deposition of immune complex glomeruli. Relapses are frequent, particularly in steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome, and have historically been associated with secondary infections. Nephrotic syndrome (NS) frequently presents with relapsing–remitting patterns, influenced by possible viral and environmental factors. To determine monthly and seasonal NS patterns in Najaf, Iraq, and assess correlations with age and sex, while analyzing findings within current research. We combined eight monthly datasets in a row (n=1099) and kept the month, age, sex, and diagnosis (NS). Winter (Jan-Feb), spring (Mar-Apr), and summer (May-Aug) were the three seasons. Descriptive counts were supplemented by chi-square (sex vs. month/season), Kruskal-Wallis (age vs. month/season), and Poisson GLM for monthly counts, adjusted for mean age and female proportion. A numerical peak was noted in the summer and the eighth month; however, seasonal effects were not statistically significant following adjustment. The present results are in line with mixed evidence from around the world about NS seasonality. Longer multi-year series including infection parameters are necessary to pinpoint preventive triggers and enhance seasonal readiness.