A fireplace may smoke for the following reasons: 1  The fireplace opening is too large in relation to the width and height of the flue/chimney. 2  Your chimney may be obstructed or clogged and needs a professional sweeping, if there is more than 1/4â of soot in the flue, thatâs a sign its time for a cleaning.
Proteinuria first identified during pregnancy before 20 weeks of gestation is also likely to be chronic proteinuria due to a preexisting kidney disease. Non pregnancy related kidney diseases can be concomitantly present during pregnancy and result in protein in urine.
Best Answer: Protein in the urine is a warning sign. It may indicate kidney damage or disease or it may be a transient elevation due to an infection, medication, vigorous exercise, or emotional or physical stress. In some people, it may be present during the day and absent at night when the patient is lying down (orthostatic proteinuria).