SaralnamaDoes foamy urine always indicate damaged kidneys? This particular concern from a Quora user prompted us to seek an expert’s insight into kidney health. Dr Ajit Gujela, consultant urologist at KIMS Hospitals, Thane, refuted the observation, saying that foamy urine doesn’t necessarily indicate kidney disease. “Sometimes it’s just due to a strong urine stream, dehydration, or even soap residue in the toilet. However, if the foam persists, it could indicate protein leaking into the urine, suggesting that the kidney filters are not working properly. This is a sign to watch, especially if it continues,” said Dr Gujela. When should you actually be concerned? Look for patterns instead of just one day’s change. Concerns grow when foamy urine: *Appears consistently over several days *Comes with swelling in the legs, ankles, hands, or around the eyes *Accompanied by fatigue, less urine… (Updated 29 Oct 2025, 16:32 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Does foamy urine always indicate damaged kidneys
- This particular concern from a Quora user prompted us to seek an expert’s insight into kidney health
- Dr Ajit Gujela, consultant urologist at KIMS Hospitals, Thane, refuted the observation, saying that foamy urine doesn’t necessarily indicate kidney disease