
One of the earliest signs that the kidneys are not functioning the way they should, is the leaking of protein into the urine, medically referred to as proteinuria. In a healthy body, kidneys filter out the waste and excess fluids, while the essential proteins remain inside the bloodstream. But when that filtering system is damaged, the escaping proteins begin to exit through the urine. Many of the conditions that cause this leakage, can also increase the risk of kidney stones. This may be one of the reasons nephrologists see these two issues so often in conjunction. Understanding the reasons behind this, may help people recognize symptoms early and protect their kidney health. Top Nephrologist Dr. Nikita Pawar, shared the reasons behind protein leakage into the urine.