Proteinuria
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When a test detects excess protein in the urine, it is called proteinuria, a finding that can be a sign that the kidneys are not filtering as they should.
What is it? It is the presence of amounts of protein in the urine above normal levels, which frequently reflects problems in kidney function.
Common symptoms: It often causes no discomfort; in some cases foamy urine or swelling in the feet and ankles may be noticed.
Which specialist treats it? The nephrologist is the specialist who studies the origin of proteinuria and monitors kidney health. If a test reports this finding, the wise thing is to discuss it with a professional to understand its meaning.
Data on 120 doctors who treat proteinuria
Which specialist treats proteinuria?
Proteinuria should be evaluated by a nephrologist, a specialist in kidney function. Find nephrologists near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in proteinuria
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Roberto Galindo Lopez
Frequently asked questions
What is proteinuria?
When a test detects excess protein in the urine, it is called proteinuria, a finding that can be a sign that the kidneys are not filtering as they should.
Which doctor treats proteinuria?
Proteinuria should be evaluated by a nephrologist, a specialist in kidney function. Find nephrologists near you.