7 things different urine colors signal about your he alth

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7 things different urine colors signal about your he alth
7 things different urine colors signal about your he alth
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It may sound strange, but every time you go to the toilet you have the opportunity to check your he alth

By checking the color of urine, you can see if your body is fine or if you need to see a doctor. Sounds easy, right? Now you just need to know the possible reasons (serious or not) behind each color.

Brightside explores what urine color reveals about your he alth and suggestions for what you can do. Have you ever seen your urine look one of these colors?

Orange

Some anti-inflammatory drugs (asulfidine), chemotherapy drugs and senna laxatives can cause an orange color.

Excessive consumption of vitamin B2 or beta-carotene (carrots) can also be a cause.

If you have not been exposed to any of the above, then:

Drink more water. Dehydration can cause urine to become concentrated and range from dark yellow to orange. In just a few hours, it should return to its normal bright yellow color.

Check your eyes. If you notice a yellowish tinge to the whites of your eyes, then orange urine may be a sign that your liver is not functioning properly. You should consult a doctor immediately.

Pink and reddish

It is probably alarming to see reddish or pink urine, but it is not necessarily serious as it can be caused by food or medication. Before you worry, check out the reasons behind this color.

Foods: If you have eaten beets, blackberries or rhubarb, then you have nothing to worry about. Some of the compounds that make these foods red are excreted in the urine after the kidneys do their job. It usually clears up by the next day. If you don't, you should make an appointment with a doctor.

Medications: Some antibiotics (such as Rifadin and Rimactane) used to treat tuberculosis can turn urine reddish. Phenazopyridine, which is used to treat urinary tract infections, and laxatives containing senna can also cause pink color.

Blood: Blood in the urine can be a sign of urinary tract infection, kidney disease, cancerous or noncancerous tumors, or stones in the bladder or kidneys.

If you notice any blood clots or other tissues in your urine, consult your doctor immediately.

Green or blue

It may be shocking to see this color, but it is rare and can be caused by:

Foods: Eating artificially colored foods or asparagus. You have nothing to worry about. It will clear up in a day or two.

Medications: Certain medications (such as amitriptyline, indomethacin, and propofol) can cause discoloration.

Caution: If you have not been exposed to any of the above, you should contact your doctor. The green color can signal rare urinary tract infections caused by the bacteria Pseudomonas.

It could also be a sign of kidney stones.

Brown

If you see brown hues in your urine, it could be a sign of dehydration. Among the foods that can turn urine brown are rhubarb and fava beans. But you'd better check it, especially if you drink a lot of water but the color doesn't go away.

Brown urine can indicate liver and kidney problems.

Caution: If brown urine is followed by abdominal pain, rashes and seizures, there is a high probability of genetic disease. Also, the blood looks brown when it breaks down, and this could be a sign of a more serious condition like a tumor.

Foam

Foamy urine from time to time is normal and is usually due to the rate of urination. But if it continues to be more noticeable over time, you should see your doctor.

It could be a sign of protein in your urine and this requires a professional evaluation, as an increased amount can signal a serious kidney problem.

Transparent

If your urine is completely clear, it is a sign that you are drinking too much water. This can lead to some risks, the most important of which is the dilution of s alts in your body.

This can create a problematic chemical imbalance in your body. You should consider drinking less water.

Pale straw yellow, transparent yellow, dark yellow

These colors mean you have nothing to worry about. Ideally, the urine should be pale gold.

Pale yellow indicates good hydration balance. More concentrated urine is a sign that you need more water. Just remember one golden rule: If it looks like lemonade - it's good for you!

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