protein in urine???? - Diabetes Message Board

fancy619 · 10-12-2003, 07:27 PM

My daughter is diabetic and the Dr. has found proteins in her urine. I am getting the run around on this. Can anyone tell me what this is from??? I am scared it is from some kidney failure. Any info. would be helpful.

Ron AKA · 10-12-2003, 08:40 PM

Protein in urine is a concern for diabetics. Some sources say a reading of over 20 is a concern, while others quote 30. Here is a link that gives some details.
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Ron

fancy619 · 10-12-2003, 08:45 PM

Thanks so much for your reply. I am not sure what the level of the protein in my daughter's urine was. But trust me i will find out tomorrow. I am concerned about her kidneys. She is only 22 years old. Thanks again

hry33 · 10-13-2003, 04:21 PM

I am a diabetic and have a large amount of protein in my urine, so did my grandfather and he also developed diabetes

my specialist thinks its inherited and not the result of diabetic kidney damage, my kidneys continue to work well

fancy619 · 10-13-2003, 09:21 PM

Thanks for reply. My daughter's results came back today and there is no kidney disease. Thank God!! Once again thanks for your help