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The last couple of weeks I have had bubbles in the toilet when I pee. I go to the doctor November 2 should I make my appointment sooner?

A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Mooresville, IN
October 4
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A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member

I only have just a few bubbles and they don't stay after I flush.

6 days ago
A MyKidneyDiseaseTeam Member

This happens to me too I have a lot of them though you can't mention it to your doctor and let them give you some advice on it I've never thought to mention it to my doctors but I know it's phony and bubbly pee and it's not every day it's sometimes sometime if be clear and then sometimes it be bubbly so that is a good question 🤔🤔🤔

October 13
MyKidneyDiseaseTeam

Noticing bubbles or foam in the toilet when urinating is something worth paying attention to, especially with kidney disease. It can be a sign of proteinuria, which means protein is leaking into the urine — something that can happen when the kidney's filtering units aren't working as they should.

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Noticing bubbles or foam in the toilet when urinating is something worth paying attention to, especially with kidney disease. It can be a sign of proteinuria, which means protein is leaking into the urine — something that can happen when the kidney's filtering units aren't working as they should.

A few bubbles that disappear quickly are usually not a concern. However, persistent foam or bubbles that stick around after flushing is worth flagging sooner rather than later. It would be a good idea to contact the healthcare team before November 2, especially since this has been going on for a couple of weeks. Here's what to watch for that would make calling sooner even more urgent:

- New or worsening swelling in the face, hands, legs, or feet
- Changes in how often urinating or how much urine is produced
- Signs of infection like fever
- New or worsening medication side effects

It's always better to reach out early rather than wait and worry. A quick call to the care team can help determine whether the appointment needs to be moved up or if any tests should be ordered beforehand.

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