Proteinuria (excess Protein In Urine)

Usually indicating underlying kidney injury or disease, proteinuria is the condition of an aberrant protein level in the urine. Usually, kidneys preserve important molecules like proteins while filtering waste.

Dehydration, heavy exercise, stress, or fever can all cause mild to transient proteinuria. More worrisome and linked to chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, or glomerulonephritis is persistent proteinuria. Untreated, it can cause progressive renal damage and perhaps kidney failure.
Early stages of proteinuria may not show symptoms. When present, they could include frothy or bubbly urine accompanied with hand, foot, abdominal, or facial oedema. Usually, diagnosis calls for urine tests include a dipstick test or a 24-hour urine collecting schedule. To find the underlying reason, blood testing and imaging exams could also be required.
Treatment may include ACE inhibitors and concentrates on addressing the root issue, including blood pressure or sugar levels. Protection of general health and avoidance of kidney damage depend on early identification and appropriate management.