how do i get rid of this and how to prevent it?
2007-03-20 04:17:03 · 13 answers · asked by cheekybluebed 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
There are a few different reasons for protein in the urine. I'd think that your midwife would have told you what she thought the cause was and what to do about it. If it wasn't a lot of protein, your blood pressure is fine and you're having no other problems, maybe she just wasn't that concerned. At any rate, when I was about 36 weeks pregnant I had +1 protein in my urine. The doctor said to drink more water. So I did, and that took care of the problem! Good luck!
2007-03-20 04:37:20 · answer #1 · answered by flangirl1980 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
im 40+2 weeks pregnant and have had +1 protein in my urine since i was about 32 weeks pregnant, did she say she would send off the urine sample for testing to see if you have a urine infection or something? It really depends how much protein you have in your urine +1 is very common and nothing really to worry about, if you have an infection either the hospityal will write to you telling you to go to gp to get tablets or your gp will give you a prescription at your next app if you have +3 or +4 thats bad and you would need to have further tests, i dont think this is the case asif it was a high amount your midwife would have explained fully what was going to happen next
to help flush out any possible infection drink 200mls water every hour and have at least 1 glass of cranberry juice a day
2007-03-20 06:14:18 · answer #2 · answered by irish_jipper 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Excessive protein in urine can signify a urinary tract infection. As pregnancy progresses protein in urine and high blood pressure can signify preeclampsia
Now I will shed some light on midwifery;
A certified nurse midwife is a professional educated in both nursing and midwifery who is certified by the American College of Nurse-Midwives. All CNMs have completed an accredited midwifery program and passed the the national certifying exams. They provide prenantal care and attend births primarily in hospitals, birth centers and private homes. CNMs have safety records equal to those of physicians. They also provide routine gynological care.
2007-03-20 04:38:52 · answer #3 · answered by hollilynn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't overexert yourself, put your feet up as much as possible, and drink more water. Protein in the urine is a sign of preeclampsia (pregnancy induced hypertension). I had this and delivered six weeks early. Take care of yourself!
2007-03-20 04:30:28 · answer #4 · answered by Mom of One in Wisconsin 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Protein in the urine doesnt necessarily mean anyhting serious, if it was in high volume the mw would of organised further tests for you, try not to panic. Your mw should of reassured yu.
Drink plenty water.
2007-03-20 04:34:26 · answer #5 · answered by lisaviduka 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
your midwife should have given you some antibiotics sounds like a water infection very common nothing to worry about drink more water to prevent it
2007-03-20 10:18:39 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well this is the start of preclampsia a very serious condition during pregnancy. I had it and had to go immediately on bedrest and had many over night visits at the hospital for monitoring. This can be very harmful to you and can cause seizures. You may need to talk to your midwife again or consult a doctor about this.
2007-03-20 04:52:18 · answer #7 · answered by Lisa 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You might want to think about seeng a real dr. not to try and demean your midwife but protein in urine during pregnancy can warm of Preeclampsia, and thats nothing to fool arund with.
2007-03-20 04:27:27 · answer #8 · answered by nicole b 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Protein is a sign of your kidneys not working right...it's a quick fix though!
DRINK MORE WATER! Especially during the months ahead, the warmer it is, the more you should drink. If that still doesn't work, it could be a sign of a possible kidney stone. They suck, trust me, I had one when I was pregnant!
2007-03-20 04:25:00 · answer #9 · answered by Amber W 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hi every time i have given urine since i was about 20 wks i have had protine and glucose in my urine and they are not really worried they told me i had a uti and give me a pessary and i am being sent for a glucose tollerence test but apart from tht im fellin fine so dnt worry
:)
2007-03-20 13:20:30 · answer #10 · answered by nat l 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋