What's wrong with blistering in men's urine?

Foaming urine in men may be related to factors such as physiological urine concentration, proteinuria, urinary tract infection, diabetes or kidney disease. Symptoms usually include increased foaming during urination, foaming that does not dissipate for a long time, accompanied by frequent urination and urgency. The cause can be investigated by adjusting drinking habits, routine urine examination, and blood sugar monitoring.

1. Physiological urine concentration

Drinking too little water or exercising strenuously may cause urine to become concentrated, causing temporary foaming during urination. There is usually no other discomfort and the foam will dissipate on its own within a few minutes. It is recommended to drink 1500-2000 ml of water every day to avoid holding urine for a long time. Observe whether the foam reduces after replenishing water. If it persists, further inspection is required.

2. Proteinuria

Fine foam is produced when the protein content in urine is abnormally elevated, which may be related to impaired glomerular filtration function. It is usually accompanied by symptoms such as foam that does not dissipate for a long time and edema of the lower limbs. The diagnosis needs to be confirmed through urine microalbumin testing. If necessary, use Huangkui capsules, Bailing capsules and other kidney-protecting drugs as directed by the doctor, and avoid high-salt and high-protein diets.

3. Urinary system infection

Infections such as cystitis or urethritis may cause inflammatory secretions to form in the urine and form foam. It is often accompanied by symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and burning pain during urination. A urine culture test is required to confirm the diagnosis. Antibacterial drugs such as Levofloxacin Hydrochloride Tablets and Sanjin Tablets can be used as directed by the doctor. During the treatment period, drinking more than 2000 ml of water per day will help flush the urethra.

4. Diabetes

When blood sugar is poorly controlled, increased urine sugar content can lead to foamy urine, which is often accompanied by typical symptoms such as polydipsia and polyuria, and weight loss. Fasting blood sugar and glycated hemoglobin need to be tested. After diagnosis, use anti-diabetic drugs such as acarbose tablets and glimepiride tablets. At the same time, strictly limit the intake of refined sugar and monitor blood sugar changes regularly.

5. Kidney disease

Kidney diseases such as chronic nephritis or nephrotic syndrome can cause persistent proteinuria, and the foam is fine and dense and does not disperse when left standing. It may be accompanied by symptoms such as eyelid swelling and fatigue. It is necessary to complete 24-hour urine protein quantification and renal function tests, use valsartan capsules, Jinshuibao capsules and other drugs if necessary, and limit daily salt intake to no more than 5 grams.

It is recommended that men pay attention to their urination on a daily basis. If they find that foamy urine lasts for more than 3 days or is accompanied by other symptoms, they should seek immediate medical attention from a urology department or nephrology department. Maintain adequate drinking water every day, avoid prolonged sitting and overexertion, and limit high-salt and high-sugar diets. People with a history of diabetes or hypertension need to have regular urinalysis checks. Early detection of kidney damage can significantly improve the prognosis. Do not flush immediately after urinating. Watching the bubble dissipation time will help to initially judge the nature.