It's completely understandable to feel concerned — a proteinuria level of 945 mg/day is above the normal range, and many MyKidneyDiseaseTeam members have shared similar worries about their protein levels.
Proteinuria happens when the kidneys' tiny filtering units (glomeruli) are damaged, allowing protein from the blood to Show Full Answer
It's completely understandable to feel concerned — a proteinuria level of 945 mg/day is above the normal range, and many MyKidneyDiseaseTeam members have shared similar worries about their protein levels.
Proteinuria happens when the kidneys' tiny filtering units (glomeruli) are damaged, allowing protein from the blood to leak into the urine. It's a key marker that doctors watch closely because managing it is linked to slowing kidney damage over time. There are several strategies worth discussing with a kidney specialist to help manage proteinuria:
- Taking prescribed medications exactly as directed
- Limiting salt intake to help control blood pressure
- Eating a balanced diet and avoiding excess protein (unless your doctor advises otherwise)
- Staying active with gentle, regular exercise
- Avoiding NSAIDs like ibuprofen, as they can affect kidney function
- Getting regular urine and blood tests to monitor changes
Always speak with your doctor before making any changes to your diet or treatment plan. There are also newer treatments in development that are showing promising results for reducing proteinuria, so it's worth asking your nephrologist what options may be right for you.
October 8
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