During pregnancy, elevated serum creatinine levels can be caused by various factors. On one hand, physiological factors such as insufficient water intake or malnutrition are quite common. Drinking less will reduce urine output, thereby increasing the creatinine level in the blood, which can usually be alleviated by increasing fluid intake. Malnutrition leads to inadequate protein intake, causing hypoproteinemia, where the body breaks down albumin, which may also result in elevated creatinine levels; in this case, improving the diet with high-quality protein foods such as eggs, milk, and lean meat can be beneficial.
On the other hand, pathological factors should not be overlooked, including pregnancy-induced hypertension, acute glomerulonephritis, and early chronic kidney failure. Pregnancy-induced hypertension is accompanied by symptoms such as edema and increased urinary protein, and it may affect kidney function due to placental issues, requiring medication to control blood pressure under a doctor’s guidance. Acute glomerulonephritis may be triggered by an infection, presenting with hematuria and proteinuria; patients need to rest and limit salt intake, with further treatment after delivery. Early chronic kidney failure indicates a decline in kidney function, which also requires attention.
In addition, other health conditions such as diabetes and chronic heart failure may also lead to increased creatinine levels. In the face of such situations, the most important thing is to seek medical attention promptly, clarify the specific causes through professional examinations, and develop a treatment plan accordingly.
