Is protein in urine serious?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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a very small amount is not serious but large amount is due to underlying kidney disease.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm really worried about my current health situation. My creatinine level is 3.6 and my eGFR is 19. Is there any way to lower my creatinine or at least stop it from going higher? I've heard about Ketosterilwould it be safe or effective for me to take it to help with my creatinine levels?

Creatinine levels can be managed, but reduction or stopping increase depends on underlying kidney function. Consult a nephrologistKetosteril (ketosteril): Not recommended as primary treatment

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My wife's kidney profile tests came back mostly normal, but her Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) level was low at 5.9. Is this something to be concerned about? What could we do to get it within the normal range? Is it common for BUN to be low, or should we look into this further?

no problem it's normal

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Is coconut water good for kidneys?

Those with kidney disease should limit consumption of foods that are too high in potassium like coconut water.

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