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Foamy Urine Problem: Sometimes it is normal to see slight foam in the urine. This condition can also occur due to dehydration, because when there is less water in the body, urine becomes more concentrated and foam starts appearing in it. But if foam is seen in urine every time or this problem persists for several days, then it should not be ignored. Continuous foamy urine can be an early sign of some internal problem in the body.

urine If other symptoms also start appearing along with the appearance of foam, then this condition can be serious. Such as frequent urination, dark or yellow color of urine, swelling on the body or face, these signs indicate that the kidneys are not functioning properly. Some people may also have complaints like fatigue, weakness, nausea or loss of appetite. Therefore, being careless with such symptoms can lead to serious conditions like kidney failure.

What diseases is foaming in urine a symptom of?

Dr. Rohit Kapoor at Max Hospital It is said that continuous foamy urine can be a sign of diseases like chronic kidney disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. When the kidney's filtering system becomes weak, it is unable to stop the protein present in the blood and it passes into the urine. For this reason foam starts appearing in the urine. Apart from this, urinary tract infection (UTI), liver disease and excessive protein diet can also aggravate this condition.

In some cases, excessive intake of protein supplements also causes foam in the urine. If this problem persists for weeks, then it is necessary to get urine test, blood sugar test and kidney function test done so that the exact disease can be diagnosed and treatment can be started on time.

How to avoid?

Drink at least 7 to 8 glasses of water throughout the day so that the body remains hydrated.

Consume protein in balanced quantity, do not consume more than required.

Keep diabetes and blood pressure under control.

Get urine and blood tests done regularly.

Limit the intake of processed food and salt.

Do not ignore any unusual symptoms and consult a doctor immediately.