Proteinuria results in foamy urine due to the presence of excess levels of protein in the urine. In severe cases, it results in nephrotic syndrome and indicates that the kidneys are damaged and not functioning properly. Diabetic patients are more prone to develop proteinuria.
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What is the reason for the exaggerated protein in my routine urine test?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 66 year male, who is diabetic and hypertensive from the last 15 years. I am on Tazloc H, Cresar AM, Metformin, and Amaryl. Routine urine exam showed proteins 30 mg/L, micro albumin 94.97 mg/L, and pus cells 4 to 5 cells. What is the inference and advise? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I will advise you to check UPCR (urine protein to creatinine ratio) and evaluate fundus for diabetic retinopathy or hypertension retinopathy. Thanks. For more information consult a nephrologist online --> https://icliniq.com./ask-a-doctor-online/nephrologist Read Full »