Frothy urine with swelling in legs in a person with long-standing diabetes can suggest early diabetic kidney involvement, even if kidney function tests are still “normal.” Proteinuria should not be ignored. Regarding Nandukal Parpam: It is a Siddha herbo-mineral medicine traditionally used for urinary disorders and stones. But in diabetic patients with possible kidney involvement, it should not be started without supervision from a qualified Siddha/Ayurveda physician because: Some parpam preparations may contain heavy metals/mineral components. Dose and purification quality are very important. Improper use can worsen kidney stress in sensitive patients. Before taking it, you should get: Urine routine and Urine Albumin/Protein Urine ACR (albumin-creatinine ratio) Serum creatinine and eGFR HbA1c Blood pressure check Important steps now: Keep sugars strictly controlled. Reduce salt, packaged food, excess pickles, fried foods. Avoid painkillers like diclofenac/ibuprofen unless prescribed. Maintain good hydration unless a doctor advised fluid restriction. Walking after meals helps. For diabetes with early proteinuria/frothy urine, diet should focus on protecting kidneys + controlling blood sugar + reducing swelling. Recommended Diet Early Morning Warm water 5–6 soaked methi seeds or 1 tsp flaxseed If hungry: small handful of soaked almonds (4–5) Breakfast Choose one: Vegetable oats / dalia Idli with sambar Moong chilla Red rice dosa Vegetable poha with less oil Avoid: White bread Sugary tea/coffee Bakery items Mid-Morning Guava / apple / papaya (small portion) Coconut water only if potassium is normal and doctor allows Lunch 1–2 phulka or small portion red/brown rice More cooked vegetables Moderate dal quantity Salad in small quantity Buttermilk without much salt Good vegetables: Bottle gourd Ridge gourd Snake gourd Pumpkin Ash gourd Cabbage Beans Evening Roasted chana Sprouts in small quantity Herbal tea / jeera coriander water Dinner (light and early) Vegetable soup + phulka Khichdi with vegetables Millet porridge occasionally Keep dinner before 8 pm if possible. Important Restrictions Avoid or reduce: Extra salt Pickles, papad, chips Processed foods Soft drinks Excess sweets Deep fried food Excess red meat Protein powders without doctor advice Protein Intake Do not take very high protein diets in proteinuria. Take moderate protein: Moong dal Small quantity curd Limited paneer Egg whites if non-vegetarian Ayurvedic Lifestyle Support 100 steps after meals Adequate sleep Avoid daytime sleeping Warm water sipping through the day Stress reduction helps kidney and sugar control If swelling increases, urine decreases, breathlessness occurs, or BP becomes high, consult a nephrologist immediately.
क्या मैं मधुमेह होने पर झागदार पेशाब और प्रोटीन यूरिया के लिए नंदुकल पर्पम ले सकता हूँ? - #55409
मैं सेंथिल हूँ और मुझे झागदार पेशाब की समस्या है, जो प्रोटीन यूरिया के शुरुआती चरण में है। क्या मैं नंदुकल पर्पम ले सकता हूँ? मैं पिछले अठारह साल से डायबिटीज़ का मरीज़ हूँ।
How long have you been experiencing frothy urine?:
- 1-6 monthsHave you noticed any other symptoms accompanying the frothy urine?:
- Swelling in legs or feetWhat is your current blood sugar level management like?:
- Occasionally highHave you had any recent tests done for kidney function?:
- Yes, normal resultsWhat medications are you currently taking for diabetes?:
- Oral hypoglycemicsHow would you describe your overall energy levels?:
- Moderate with some fatigueHave you experienced any changes in your appetite recently?:
- Decreased appetiteडॉक्टरों की प्रतिक्रियाएं
Frothy urine with long-standing diabetes can indicate early kidney involvement. Before starting any herbo-mineral medicine like Nandukal Parpam, check urine protein, urine ACR, serum creatinine, eGFR, blood pressure, and blood sugar control regularly. Take Chandraprabha Vati 2 tablets twice daily after food Gokshuradi Guggulu 2 tablets twice daily after food Varunadi Kashayam 15 ml with 45 ml warm water twice daily before food Nishamalaki Churna 3 gm twice daily before food for diabetes control Diet Strict sugar control Reduce excess salt, packaged foods, red meat Avoid painkillers like NSAIDs Drink adequate water unless doctor advised restriction
Hello Senthil, Frothy urine along with leg/feet swelling in a person with 18 years of diabetes should be taken seriously, even if kidney function tests are currently “normal.” This can represent an early stage of diabetic kidney involvement (proteinuria/microalbuminuria). Early care is very important because timely treatment may slow progression significantly. Nandukal parpam is a mineral-based Siddha preparation. In patients with diabetes and possible early kidney involvement, self-medicating with mineral/herbo-mineral medicines without supervision is not considered safe, especially when: protein leakage is beginning, swelling is present, appetite is reduced. Some preparations may place additional burden on kidneys if the quality, purification, or dosage is inappropriate. Because you already have: frothy urine, swelling, fatigue, long-standing diabetes, this is not a situation for trial-and-error medicines. A personalized consultation with detailed reports is strongly recommended.
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