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Albuminuria is Leaky Kidney, Know the Symptoms, Causes, and How to Overcome It

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Kapanlagi.com - Albuminuria is a disease caused by a protein called albumin that is too much in urine. Albumin itself is one type of protein commonly found in blood. In the blood, albumin is an important nutrient that helps the body build muscles, repair tissues, and fight infections.

However, if albumin is present in urine, there may be abnormalities in the kidneys. Healthy kidneys will not allow albumin to enter the urine from the blood. Following the explanation, albuminuria is a disorder caused by leaky kidneys.

The entry of albumin into urine is caused by glomerulus failure in filtering waste and excess water in the blood. Well, as a form of alertness, knowing information about albuminuria is something you need to do. Therefore, please read the explanation about albuminuria along with its symptoms and causes below.

1. Albuminuria is

Albuminuria is a condition in which the amount of albumin in the urine is abnormal. This condition is also often referred to as kidney leakage. It is a symptom that can be a marker of certain diseases.

This condition does not discriminate by age and can be experienced by anyone. Especially in people at high risk, such as those with diabetes, high blood pressure, and a family history of kidney failure. People with such conditions are advised to undergo regular tests for albumin levels in urine.

You may experience this condition, especially if there are 2-3 grams per day in your urine. In most cases, albuminuria can occur due to relatively benign (non-cancerous) conditions. However, you still need to be vigilant by understanding the symptoms and causes of albuminuria in the following explanation.

2. Symptoms of Albuminuria

Albuminuria is a condition that is difficult to detect because it usually does not show direct symptoms. After the condition becomes severe, there are usually symptoms that appear as follows.

- More frequent urination (overactive bladder),

- Shortness of breath,

- Nausea and vomiting,

- Fatigue,

- Loss of appetite,

- Swelling in the face, abdomen, or legs and around the ankles,

- Muscle cramps at night,

- Swollen eyes, as well as

- Foamy urine.

Albuminuria usually appears as a sign of chronic kidney disease. High levels of protein in the urine will cause nephrotic syndrome. This syndrome causes fluid retention and swelling in various parts of the body.

Not only that, according to GoodDoctor, albuminuria can also cause several complications, including:

- Pulmonary edema due to fluid overload.

- Acute kidney injury due to intravascular depletion.

- Increased risk of bacterial infections, including spontaneous bacterial peritonitis.

- Increased risk of arterial and venous thrombosis, including renal vein thrombosis.

3. Causes of Albuminuria

Albuminuria is a condition that appears as a sign of certain diseases. Diseases that can cause you to experience albuminuria include:

Lupus Nephritis

Lupus nephritis is inflammation of the kidneys due to the influence of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). This disease disrupts kidney function, causing blood and protein to enter the urine.

Kidney Infection

Kidney infections can occur due to the migration of bacteria from the lower urinary tract to the kidneys. The bacteria that most commonly cause kidney infections are E.coli. Kidney infections can cause serious complications, such as the appearance of scar tissue in the glomeruli. If this happens, the kidneys will lose their function and cause protein to be carried into the urine, resulting in albuminuria.

Preeclampsia

A pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and excessive protein levels in the urine. Usually, pregnant women who experience this disorder will feel symptoms such as abdominal pain and severe headaches.

In addition, there are other factors that increase the risk of albuminuria, including autoimmune diseases, plasma cell cancer (multiple myeloma), and heart disease.

4. How to Overcome Albuminuria

1. Naturally at Home

- Lose weight if you are overweight

- Avoid high sodium or salt foods

- Eat the right amount and type of protein

- Exercise regularly

- Quit smoking

2. Treatment with a Doctor

Albuminuria is something you need to be aware of. Especially if you have been confirmed to have heart disease, there must be further steps. Not all conditions can be treated the same way.

You need to consult with a doctor to plan the appropriate treatment. However, here are some treatments that are usually done and can be an overview for you.

- If the cause of albuminuria is kidney disease, the doctor may create a treatment plan consisting of medication, dietary changes, weight loss, and exercise.

- If albuminuria is experienced by patients with diabetes and hypertension, the doctor may recommend blood pressure medication and blood sugar control.

- Diabetic patients should undergo glomerular filtration rate (GFR) blood tests every year and have the opportunity to be referred to a kidney specialist.

- Pregnant women with preeclampsia should be closely monitored. This is a serious condition that occurs during pregnancy, but usually resolves on its own after the baby is born.

Once again, albuminuria is a leaky kidney condition that you need to be aware of. The information above is what you need to know, including how to deal with it.

(kpl/gen/ans)

Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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