Bubbles in urine

[Yankees28]

Does anyone know why sometimes there are a lot of bubbles in my urine but other times there are none? Thanks

[Bassetmommer NKF Ambassador]

There is a supposed connection to protein loss in urine to bubbles and foam. I think often, it is the pressure of how hard you urinate that creates it and also if there is soap residue from cleaning the bowl. It is not a pure science to say foam and bubbles mean anything.

[Yankees28 in reply to Bassetmommer]

Thank you for your reply. I do notice that if I haven't gone in a long time, like overnight. I go harder and this is usually when I see the bubbles.

[jodaer]

It can mean you are spilling protein. Have you talked to your doctor about this?

[itzmich]

Yes I have bubbles in my urine. I do have protein spillage which my nephrologist checks on. I watch my protein intake and drink lots of water. I'm stage 3b.

[oceansplash]

A 24-hour urine test is the best way to test overall protein in urine.

[Marvin8]

Just as a head's up, bubbles don't mean nearly as much as the time they take to dissipate. If you're not spilling protein in your urine, they'll all have popped within just a few minutes. If you wanna see some REAL protein bubbles, watch the faucet stream as it hits the bowl you just scrambled your eggs in.

[Yankees28 in reply to Marvin8]

Thanks for the response. I will have to check that.

[spencerk]

Get yourself some urine analysis dip sticks from Amazon. They are under £10. They will tell you if you have protein, blood in your urine. They are quite accurate.

[Yankees28 in reply to spencerk]

Thanks