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 107 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. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
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.