Understanding Abnormal Kidney Function: High Creatinine and Protein in Urine
Renal dysfunction Hello doctor, I am currently 18 years old, 170 cm tall, and weigh 47 kg. During a health check-up, it was found that my creatinine level is elevated (1.45) and my uric acid level is high (9.2). Additionally, there is protein in my urine. Is this related to kidne...
Dr. Jian Weihong Reply:
Hello: It is advisable to test multiple times. Be cautious with elevated creatinine and uric acid levels; pay attention to your health. To lower uric acid, focus on diet and hydration. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Kidney Function: High Creatinine and Protein in Urine
Solutions for Urination Issues After Ejaculation: What You Need to Know
Solutions for Inability to Urinate After Ejaculation! 1. Many people experience difficulty urinating after ejaculation, but I later discovered that the sensitivity of the glans increases post-ejaculation. By continuing to stimulate the glans, I can eventually urinate, but it come...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, actually, your concerns are quite normal. Regarding the first point, the stimulation of the glans may not lead to any long-term effects. As for the second point, many people say that urine contains various metabolic waste products that can crystallize when dried, resulting...[Read More] Solutions for Urination Issues After Ejaculation: What You Need to Know
Understanding Urinary Protein: Causes, Risks, and Prevention Tips
Urinary protein Drinking beverages frequently can potentially lead to protein in the urine, but it depends on various factors, including the type of beverages consumed and your overall health. If you have tested your urine and found a slight abnormality in protein levels, it is a...
Dr. Zhang Chengye Reply:
Hello: Regular consumption of beverages does not lead to proteinuria. If you have any questions, please visit the outpatient clinic for a urine test. Sincerely, Dr. Chang Cheng-yeh, Attending Physician, Department of Urology, Hsinchu Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Urinary Protein: Causes, Risks, and Prevention Tips
Understanding Proteinuria: Causes, Management, and Dietary Tips
What is urinary protein? High levels of urinary protein can be caused by various factors, including kidney disease, hypertension, diabetes, and infections. Proteinuria, or the loss of protein in the urine, can indicate that the kidneys are not functioning properly. In daily life...
Dr. Chen Junji Reply:
Nini: Patients often come to the clinic for consultation with their health check-up reports, worried about their kidney function after being diagnosed with "positive urine protein." A normal healthy individual excretes about 100-150 mg of protein in urine daily; levels ...[Read More] Understanding Proteinuria: Causes, Management, and Dietary Tips
Why Is My Urine Foamy and Smelly? Understanding Possible Kidney Issues
Why are there many bubbles in urine after urination, and why do they take a long time to dissipate? Hello doctor, recently I have noticed that there are a lot of bubbles in my urine after I urinate, and they take a long time to dissipate. Additionally, the first urine in the morn...
Dr. Xu Yurui Reply:
Hello Allen, I’m glad to see your concern about your health condition, and your questions are very important. The presence of protein in urine indicates kidney damage, and the amount of proteinuria is crucial in determining the extent of kidney dysfunction and whether it is rev...[Read More] Why Is My Urine Foamy and Smelly? Understanding Possible Kidney Issues
Understanding Proteinuria: Implications for Diabetics with Kidney Health
Confusion about Urinary Protein Hello Dr. Chiu, I have diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension, which I have been managing with medication for over three years. My condition is currently stable. Two years ago, routine urine tests began to show proteinuria (trace). After follow...
Dr. Qiu Jianxun Reply:
Dear Mr. Gao, I am glad to see your concern for your health, and your questions are indeed very important. The presence of protein in urine indicates kidney damage, and the amount of proteinuria is crucial in determining the extent of kidney dysfunction and its reversibility. If...[Read More] Understanding Proteinuria: Implications for Diabetics with Kidney Health
Understanding Positive Urine Protein: What You Need to Know
If you have a urine protein level of +++, it is important to follow up with your healthcare provider for further evaluation. They may recommend additional tests to determine the underlying cause of the protein During my first year of high school, I had a health check-up and, not ...
Dr. Zhang Jianghu Reply:
The presence of protein in the urine is not necessarily related to "hard squeezing" and is not always pathological. There are many possible causes. A definitive diagnosis requires a 24-hour urine protein test, along with a thorough inquiry into family history, medicatio...[Read More] Understanding Positive Urine Protein: What You Need to Know
Understanding the Impact of Protein and White Blood Cells in Urinalysis
Urinalysis Excessive protein in urine, known as proteinuria, can indicate kidney damage or disease, as it may suggest that the kidneys are not filtering properly. This condition can be associated with various health issues, including diabetes, hypertension, and glomerulonephritis...
Dr. Liu Jianting Reply:
In general, normal urine should not contain protein or white blood cells. However, if protein is present in the urine, further quantitative analysis is needed to determine if there is a problem. As for the presence of white blood cells, it may indicate a urinary tract infection. ...[Read More] Understanding the Impact of Protein and White Blood Cells in Urinalysis