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Foamy urine
I have been suffering from a viral fever for the last three days, along with a headache. My period started yesterday. However, I have noticed that for the past three days, my urine has been foamy every time I urinate. I am well hydrated, but my urine is still consistently foamy. My kidney function test (KFT) was normal two months ago. What could be causing this? The foam does not disappear until I flush the toilet. I am currently taking medications, including antibiotics, Ibugesic, an anti-allergy medicine, and a cough syrup.Is it something to be concerned about?
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Foam in urine is due to protein in urine.
Get these tests done:-
Urine R/E and C/S
Repeat KFT
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Repeat urine routine and microscopy.
Kindly consult
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Foamy urine might suggest protein is coming out from your urine.
Better will be to have urine routine & microscopic test & culture to know futher whether you are going through urinary tract infection as females have more common issue..
And consult with reports
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PROTEIN IN URINE
CITRALKA SYR 15 ML WITH HALF GLASS OF WATER THREE TIMES AFTER FOOD FOR 7 DAYS
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Yes. Foam that lingers in the toilet bowl and stays even after flushing is a key indicator of proteinuria (excess protein in the urine).
Avoid ibugesic for time being. Which antibiotic are you using at present.
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Get urine routine examination. Repeat KFT .and usg abdomen
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hydrate yourself well
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Drink more water
Concern for constipation take fiber rich diet
You have to consult if symptoms persist
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Proper evaluation and personalised advice are needed for your concern. A detailed consultation would be best to provide accurate guidance.
Feel free to consult me for further assistance.
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Drink more water
Foamy urine can be due to mild dehydration, fast urine stream , in which it is harmless. But can also be due to protein loss in urine
If it persists,
Get urine protein tested, consult a urologist for clinical evaluation.
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Urologist opinion required
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Does the foaming nature is comes out of the urethral opening, or it’s in the toilet..
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Take urine alkaliser if it’s burning or get a urethrescopy done
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
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20 yrs exp
Mumbai
Please consult
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Mr. Arunchand N K
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Alappuzha
Hello . Its a sign of PROTEINURIA . Its better that you get your URE, RFT and usg KUB (optional) for further evaluation .
Meanwhile you can withhold Ibugesic . Can you elaborate why these medications were prescribed to you and which antibiotic is ongoing.
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URE, RFT and usg KUB .
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Highly recommended that you consult for further evaluation. You're welcome for consultations.
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake. More
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Aslam K Yoosuf
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Ernakulam
Foamy urine during a fever is usually temporary and often caused by transient proteinuria (protein spilling into urine due to fever or inflammation), menstrual fluid mixing with urine, or medication effects.
Potential Causes
Febrile Proteinuria: Fever and body-wide inflammation can temporarily alter kidney filtration, causing small amounts of protein to leak into urine and create foam.
Menstrual Fluid: Blood or vaginal discharge mixing with urine can alter surface tension, producing persistent foam or bubbles.
Medications: Pain relievers like Ibugesic (NSAIDs) or metabolites from cough/allergy medications can temporarily affect kidney filtration or urine appearance.
Fluid Shifts: Despite drinking fluids, fever can increase fluid loss (sweating, higher metabolic rate), leading to subtly concentrated urine.
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Get a Urinalysis: A quick Urine Routine & Microscopy test (including urine protein) will easily confirm whether protein or infection is present.
Monitor Symptoms: If the foamy urine persists after your fever and period end, or if you notice swelling in your face or legs, consult your doctor for a follow-up evaluation.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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