Patient's question:
My sister-in-law has been pregnant for several months. This time, when she went to the maternity doctor, they said her urine protein level was significantly high. I would like to ask what should be done if a pregnant woman has a high urine protein level during prenatal check-ups?Doctor's answer:
High levels of protein in urine may indicate the risk of developing gestational hypertension. Edema, proteinuria, and hypertension are the three major symptoms of gestational hypertension. If edema or proteinuria is accompanied by low blood pressure, the risk of developing gestational hypertension is very high. In addition to possibly being caused by kidney disease, pregnancy enhances a woman's metabolism and overall blood flow, which increases pressure on the kidneys and other organs, potentially alleviating kidney disease. It is recommended to actively treat the primary disease.