Understanding Urine Colors and Health
Normal urine can have colors ranging from pale yellow to clear. But some things have the power to change the color. Urine can become pink or red due to certain foods, like fava beans, blackberries, and beets.
Signs and Indication of Poor Urine Quality
Urine colored bright colors like orange or greenish-blue can also be caused by some medications
Urine that appears green or unclear may indicate a UTI. Liver failure may be indicated by ammonia-scented or dark brown urine. A sweet-smelling poop may indicate diabetes. Urine with an unpleasant smell may indicate a metabolic problem, below are the list of pints to be considered for urine problems:
Healthiest Color of Urine
- Normal urine ranges from pale yellow to light amber.
- Dark amber urine may indicate dehydration and can be corrected by increasing water intake.
Normal Urine Characteristics
- Typically clear and varying from pale yellow to amber in color.
- Dehydration often causes darker urine; increasing water intake can help normalize color.
Unhealthy Urine Colors
- Seek urgent medical attention if urine appears pink or red due to blood.
- Dark brown or orange urine accompanied by yellowing skin and eyes, along with pale stools, may indicate a liver issue.
- Dark Brown Urine indicates potential liver or kidney problems.
- Cloudy Urine Often signals kidney stones or kidney damage, which can be caused by diabetes.
- Blood in the Urine may indicate kidney disease, kidney stones, or even cancer.
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Get A Second OpinionBenefits of Clear Urine
- Clear urine indicates a healthy urinary tract and sufficient fluid intake.
- Consistently clear urine alongside extreme thirst should prompt consultation with a physician.
Urine Color in Kidney Failure
Your body can build up toxic waste and retain fluids if your kidneys are failing. If this occurs, toxins, blood, and excess protein may be found in your urine. Your urine may turn brown, darker tan, or even slightly red as a result of this.
Malaria Urine Color
The passage of dark or red urine in malaria, known as blackwater fever (BWF) and often complicated by renal failure, is attributed to haemoglobinuria resulting from severe, acute, intravascular haemolysis (WHO, 1990). The syndrome is generally observed in people with limited immunity to malaria.
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