Today I will tell you about a real case of urine related to health, and this case is also a warning, reminding everyone not to ignore the abnormal signals sent by the body, even if the usual living habits are good.
The protagonist of this case is Li Ming, who is a very health-conscious person who eats, drinks, and exercises on time.
Never smoking or drinking, these habits do help keep you healthy, but nothing is certain.
Suddenly, one day, Li Ming found that the color of his urine was abnormal, and the color of his urine was much darker than usual.
At first, he didn't pay much attention to it, thinking that it was because he was drinking less water, so he tried to improve the situation by drinking more water.
However, when the urine color did not improve, he realized the seriousness of the problem and went to the hospital for a check-up.
After the examination, Li Ming was diagnosed with advanced kidney cancer, which was like a bolt from the blue for him, and this result was difficult for him to accept.
Kidney cancer is a serious disease that can be easily overlooked because its early symptoms may not be obvious.
Li Ming's case is not unique, and the change in urine color is most likely a clear sign that something is wrong with the body.
But many people ignore this signal and miss the best time for treatment.
Urination is a common behavior in our daily lives, but few people observe the condition of urine.
In fact, urine is an important indicator of our physical health, and we can find some possible health problems by observing urine in our daily life.
So which urination manifestations need our attention, let's find out together.
1. These 4 manifestations of urination need to be vigilant
1. Abnormal urine color
Changes in urine color can keep us informed of the state of physical health, and a simple list of several changes in urine color and possible causes are very.
The milky white appearance of urine is most likely due to the presence of a large number of white blood cells or microorganisms such as inflammatory substances and bacteria.
This is often associated with urinary tract infections, prostatitis and other urinary diseases.
If the urine is milky white for a long time, accompanied by symptoms such as urinary frequency, urgency, and painful urination, it is recommended to seek medical examination as soon as possible to find out the cause before taking appropriate treatment measures.
If your urine is yellow or orange, you may have eaten certain foods, such as carrots, beetroot, etc., or taken certain medications such as vitamin B2.
In this case, the change in the color of the urine is usually temporary and does not have a serious impact on the body.
The urine is dark brown or brown, and this change in color may be due to impaired liver function or blockage of bile ducts, causing bilirubin to enter the urine.
If liver function is impaired or bile excretion is impaired, bilirubin is likely to enter the urine, eventually giving it a dark brown or brown color.
In addition, consuming too much legumes or certain herbs such as senna and rhubarb may also cause darker urine.
If the urine is dark brown or brown, and it is accompanied by symptoms such as yellowing of the skin and eyes, nausea, vomiting, etc., then it may be related to liver disease, and it is recommended to go to the hospital for a detailed examination.
The green or blue color of the urine may be a clear signal from the body, this color is not a normal physiological phenomenon, and it is most likely due to a specific bacterial infection or drug ingestion.
When certain bacteria multiply in the urinary tract or kidneys, they may produce specific pigments that change the color of the urine as they are excreted.
Of course, if you take certain medications or dyes can also cause your urine to appear green or blue.
In either case, if the urine is green or blue, and symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and painful urination occur, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a check-up.
2. Abnormal urine odor
A normal urine odor should be faint and sometimes even tasteless.
If urine has a pungent or unpleasant odor, it is likely that the body is signaling that there is some health problem, so we should take it seriously.
Changes in urine odor can be caused by a variety of factors, among which dietary habits are an important factor affecting urine odor.
If you consume a lot of sulfur-containing foods such as onions, garlic, etc., your urine may have a corresponding odor.
Of course, not drinking enough water can lead to concentrated urine, which may also make the smell of urine stronger.
In addition, changes in urine odor may also be associated with diseases, with urinary tract infections being one of the most common causes of changes in urine odor.
Bacteria multiply in the urinary tract to produce a special odor that can make urine smell very pungent.
In addition, patients with diabetes, liver disease, kidney disease, etc. may also cause abnormal urine odor.
When there is a pungent and unpleasant smell in the urine, it is necessary to pay attention to it, and it is also necessary to observe whether there are symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and painful urination.
If you have these symptoms, you must seek medical attention and have relevant tests carried out.
3. Abnormal urine output
Adults have a standard range of normal daily urination volume, amount of urination per session, and number of urination per day, and changes in these indicators provide us with important information about our physical health.
If there is a significant increase in urine output each day, it may be due to consuming too much fluid, drinking too much water, or consuming water-rich foods.
Of course, it can also be caused by certain medical conditions, such as diabetes, kidney disease or urinary tract infections, which can also cause excessive urine and increased urine output.
Conversely, if there is a significant decrease in urine output per day, it may be caused by insufficient water intake, or it may be a manifestation of impaired kidney function, which may lead to a decrease in urine output due to renal insufficiency or kidney failure.
Because the kidneys are unable to filter and excrete properly, the amount of urine produced decreases.
Similarly, changes in urine output are also associated with physical health.
If the amount of urine is too low at a time, it may be caused by abnormal bladder function, or it may be caused by urethral obstruction.
If you urinate too much at a time, it may be due to diabetes, diabetes, diabetes insipidus, and other diseases that cause an abnormality in the endocrine system.
In addition, it is also necessary to pay attention to the change in the number of urination times per day, frequent urination may be a problem with the urinary tract, prostate, bladder, etc., and low urine may be dehydration or kidney problems.
Therefore, we need to pay close attention to our urination.
If there is a significant increase or decrease in the amount of urine, the number of urinations, or the amount of urination per time, it is important to seek medical examination.
4. Abnormal urine composition
Normal urine composition mainly includes water, urea, uric acid, creatinine, electrolytes, inorganic salts, etc.
The amount and proportion of these components in the urine is usually stable in order to maintain the normal physiological functions of the body.
If other ingredients are present in the urine, it may mean that there is a health problem that needs to be taken seriously.
Here are some of the conditions that can cause abnormal ingredients to appear in your urine.
Normally, there should not be a lot of protein in the urine, and if the amount of protein in the urine is too high, it may be a sign of kidney disease.
In general, the amount of glucose in the urine is very low, and if a large amount of glucose is present in the urine, it can be one of the symptoms of diabetes.
An increase in white blood cells and red blood cells in the urine may be a urinary tract infection or a stone.
The presence of bacteria in the urine indicates a urinary tract infection, such as cystitis, pyelonephritis, etc.
Second, the standard of healthy urination
In daily life, in addition to the color of urine can judge the state of health, the following criteria need to be met to be a healthy urine.
Adults urinate 4 to 8 times a day, and if they urinate more than 8 times, the first thing to rule out is whether it is due to drinking too much water.
If it's not because you're drinking too much water, it could be a sign of a problem with your bladder or urethra.
Healthy urine should be pale yellow and translucent, and when you drink less water, your urine may be dark yellow, which is a normal phenomenon and you don't need to worry too much.
If the urine is an abnormal color, such as dark brown or pale green, it may be a sign of disease.
The normal urine smell should be a faint ammonia smell, if the urine smell is very pungent, if there is a strong ammonia smell or rotten egg smell, it may be a manifestation of cystitis, pyelonephritis and other diseases.
Healthy urine has less foam and no precipitation, and if there is a lot of foam in the urine and it doesn't dissipate over time, it may be related to kidney disease.
Of course, everyone's physical condition can be different, and the state of the resulting urine can also be affected by diet, medications, activity levels, and other factors.
Therefore, we cannot generalize, and if you have any doubts, you can go to the hospital for a urine test.
3. How to improve urination problems
For abnormal urination caused by special diseases, the cause should be identified and treated in time.
However, in addition to medical treatment, there are also steps that can be taken in daily life to help improve urination problems.
Drinking enough water every day can help dilute urine, reduce urethral irritation, and prevent urinary tract infections.
At the same time, adequate water intake also helps to maintain the normal function of the kidneys.
Keep your vulva clean at all times, change your underwear regularly, and clean your vulva with a mild detergent.
For men, it is also necessary to pay attention to cleaning the penis and scrotum.
Finally, holding urine for a long time will increase the length of time that urine stays in the bladder, which can easily lead to bacterial growth and infection.
Diet has a certain effect on the composition of urine and urination, so avoid excessive intake of spicy and irritating foods.
Proper physical activity helps to improve the body's immunity and prevent diseases such as urinary tract infections.
The most important thing is to have regular check-ups and urine tests to help detect potential urinary problems.