Brown urine

Brown urine in many causes a real panic, as it can indicate a serious pathology. Consider the reasons for this phenomenon, the methods of diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

Minor changes in the color of urine are considered normal. Darker urine in the morning is associated with increased concentration of urochrome. With an abundant drink, it changes color to bright yellow. But in some cases the change is caused by pathological or physical conditions.

• A dark shade can be triggered by excessive use of drugs based on aloe, legumes or rhubarb.
• Various laxatives, which contain grass hay or a helmet, antibiotics, antimalarial medicines, also provoke changes in the color of the body's liquid.
• In some cases, prolonged abstinence from urination and the use of an insufficient amount of fluid causes a dark color of the biological fluid produced by the kidneys.

But the situation is much worse if all of the above factors are absent. In this case, the dark color of urine can occur with serious diseases of the kidneys and liver.

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Causes of urine brown

Unusual color of urine can arise for a number of reasons, these are both non-dangerous factors and symptoms of serious diseases.

Non-dangerous reasons:

• Increased concentration of urochrome due to lack of fluid in the body.
• Increased sweating, associated with physical stress or climatic conditions.
• Use of medicines.
• Consumption of drinks and products with dyes.

The biological fluid changes color when included in the diet of beef, rhubarb, legumes and strong tea. Preparations of naphthol and salol, laxatives, also cause changes. But with the withdrawal of drugs or eating the above products, the color is quickly restored.

Pathological causes:

• Jaundice (hemolytic, mechanical, parenchymal).
• Diseases of the prostate.
• Inflammatory diseases of the kidneys and liver.
• Pathology of the genitourinary system.
• Diseases of female internal genital organs.

With jaundice, discoloration is caused by a violation of the formation and excretion of bile enzymes. Acute intestinal diseases cause a large loss of fluid and cause dehydration of the body, and may also cause a deviation. With the defeat of the kidneys, urine darkens because of the content of blood or pus in it. Similar secretions pass through the genito-urinary tract and, if acid reaction occurs, stain the liquid.

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Brown urine in men

Brown urine in men is characterized by physiological and pathological changes. This can be due to dehydration or serious diseases of the internal organs and the genitourinary system. If the changes are caused by pathological phenomena, then there are accompanying symptoms that simplify the diagnostic process. Typically, this is nausea, fever, abdominal pain, an unpleasant, sharp smell of urine and painful urination. Such symptoms indicate a progressive disease, so they require urgent help from a urologist, therapist or nephrologist.

Main reasons:

• Diseases of the prostate, testicles and seminal ducts.
• Prostatitis.
• Inflammation of the epididymis.
• Injuries of the scrotum.
• Increased concentration of urochromes.
• Use of medicines.
• Jaundice, hepatitis.
• Excessive consumption of B and C vitamins and an increased amount of red blood cells.
• Copper poisoning.
• Cancer of the urinary system or infection with bacteria.
• Cirrhosis, anemia and other diseases.

But if you do not take medicines and do not eat products with dyes, then the disorder requires medical diagnosis. In addition, the color of the biological fluid becomes darker in elderly patients. If this phenomenon persists for several days, you should consult a surgeon or a urologist.

Brown urine in women

Changes in the color of urine in women, as a rule, occurs with inflammatory diseases. But the shade can change due to dehydration of the body, drinking and eating with dyes, poisoning with toxins and the use of certain medications. A defect appears in diseases of the genital area. These are sexually transmitted diseases, tumors of the cervix, decaying uterine fibroids or nonspecific inflammations of the genital tract. In addition to color changes, there is a sharp fetid odor of discharge and soreness when urinating.

Causes of the disorder:

• Deficiency of fluid in the body and a high level of urochromes.
• Consumption of products with dyes.
• Jaundice viral etiology or hepatitis.
• Hemolytic anemia and elevated levels of bilirubin.
• Urinary tract infections.
• Vasculitis.
• Period of pregnancy.
• Kidney diseases.
• Cancer of the pancreas and liver.
• Dietary factors.
• Various injuries.

To identify the true cause of the deviations, the doctor prescribes a general and biochemical study of urine and blood. Based on the results of the analysis, a plan for the therapy and prevention of the disorder is drawn up.

Brown urine during pregnancy

During pregnancy in the female body, there are many changes that arise due to hormonal adjustment. Very often during this period urine acquires a brown color, which causes the expectant mother to be worried. Normally, the color of the biological fluid is yellow, but the appearance of abnormalities does not always indicate serious pathologies. For example, if you ate beet, rhubarb, cherry or blackberry the day before, the urine will acquire a darker shade. But if the dyeing products in the diet were absent, and the woman observed the water balance, then it is worth to go to the hospital.

During pregnancy, the genitourinary system experiences an increased load. The growing fetus and enlarged uterus press on the kidneys, hampering their functions. The kidneys come to work for two organisms simultaneously - to derive the products of metabolism from the mother's organism and the fetal organism.

Pathological color appears when:

• Presence of bile pigments and blood.
• The use of medicines and dehydration of the body.
• In the presence of urobilin.

Regardless of color, the most important thing is that the liquid is not turbid. The pregnant woman should regularly take urine tests in order to timely identify possible pathologies.

Brown urine in the child

Darkening of the color of urine in the child causes panic in the parents. But such a disorder does not always indicate a pathological character. The color of the liquid excreted by the kidneys is influenced by foods consumed in food. So, if a kid recently ate carrots, blueberries, beets or rhubarb, then the brown color should not cause concern. The color and odor of secretions are affected by medications and dehydration of the body.

If the changes are accompanied by high fever, abdominal pain and painful urination, these are signs of the disease. This kind of symptoms can indicate pyelonephritis. In any case, it is necessary to take tests for the study. If an increased amount of erythrocytes is found, then this is glomerulonephritis, and an elevated protein level may indicate cystitis. The attending pediatrician will prescribe additional studies that will help to identify the disease and the degree of inflammation. But if the child feels well against the background of the changes described above, then you should not worry, because it is quite possible that he needs to take more fluids.

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Brown urine as a symptom of disease

Very often the color deviations from the norm indicate the development of a certain disease. Normally, the biological fluid has a yellow color, which is determined by the concentration of substances dissolved in it.

Change in the color of urine for various diseases:

Colour	Pathological conditions	Cause
Brown	Hemolytic anemia	Urobilinogenuria
	Nephrolithiasis, kidney infarction	Hematuria (fresh blood)
	Lead anemia	Uroporphyrinuria
	Acute glomerulonephritis and exacerbation of chronic glomerulonephritis	Hematuria (altered blood)
Whitish	Fat degeneration and decay of the kidney tissue	Lipuria, pus, crystals of phosphates
Dark yellow	Congestive kidney, edema, burns, diarrhea, vomiting, toxicosis, feverish conditions	Increased concentration of colorants
Pale yellow	Sugar and diabetes insipidus, renal glucosuria, renal insufficiency	Low concentration of coloring matter
The black	Acute hemolytic kidney	Hemoglobinuria
	Alcaponuria	Homogenticinic acid
	Melanosarcoma	Melanin
Greenish yellowish	Mechanical jaundice	Bilirubinuria

The disorder can be caused by the age of the patient. Thus, in patients older than 50 years, brownish impurities are possible due to prostate adenoma, kidney stones and bladder. In many women, the deviation appears against the background of infectious lesions of the urogenital tract. Another factor that affects the color of the fluid is increased physical activity.

Light brown urine

Urine of light brown color most often indicates infectious diseases of the urinary tract. Patients complain of pain in the abdomen, a constant urge to urinate, excessive sweating and a strong odor of discharge. If there are impurities of blood on the background of this, but the color change is not related to the intake of food, then medical care is required.

Particular attention should be paid to skin color, sclera and feces, if they have a yellow tinge, then this indicates liver disease and requires hospitalization. Deviation arises from the effects of drugs, certain foods and food colors. Chronic intoxication with harmful substances and poisoning, can also affect the color of the biological fluid.

Brown cloudy urine

Turbid brown urine is a sign of pathology requiring medical attention.

The main reasons for the deviation are:

• Alkaponuria - during the time of urination, hemogentisinic acid is released, which darkens in air and makes the liquid cloudy.
• Increased level of bile pigments.
• Application of medicines.
• Pyuria, that is, the release of a large number of Lipuria and phosphates.
• Phosphaturia - the detection in the urine of phosphoric acid magnesium and calcium phosphate salts.

With stones and sand in the kidneys, urine also becomes turbid, since it has impurities of blood. This is due to the fact that solid elements, passing through the urinary tract, damage them. Tumors of the genitourinary system and infection are another cause of the defect. If urine remains cloudy for several days, then it is mandatory to seek medical help.

Dark brown urine

Kidney-derived biological fluid of dark brown color often acquires this color because of the products that were used the day before. For example, beans, rhubarb, cherries and food with artificial colors, change the color of urine. In this case, there is no cause for concern, since it is enough to change the diet and everything will return to normal. Darkening causes some medications. For example, antimalarial drugs, antibiotics and laxative drugs. After the abolition of the medication, the color becomes normal.

The pathological nature of the deviation can be associated with such diseases as: hepatitis, acute glomerulonephritis and cirrhosis. Impaired renal function leads to the fact that the body is unable to remove slags and excess fluid, making its color dark. Infectious diseases, kidney stones, prostate adenoma, stones in the bladder - this is a number of reasons provoking a change in the shade of urine.

Do not forget about the recently transferred bacterial and viral infections, which also affect the color of biological fluids excreted by the body. This pathology is called postinfection glomerulonephritis and occurs in both adults and children. Pathology can be caused by a family history and increased physical exertion. In any case, if against the background of these changes you have pain or discomfort, then you should consult a doctor and take tests to check the condition of the body.

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Brown urine detection in the urine

The presence of brown flakes in the urine most often indicates an inflammatory lesion of the kidneys. Pathology can be considered as an independent disease or complication due to prostate cancer, hyperplasia, acute renal failure, gynecological diseases or urolithiasis. But a similar defect occurs with venereal lesions, cystitis and pyelonephritis. Sometimes the presence of flakes indicates an increased level of protein.

If the deviation is accompanied by pain during urination, pain in the muscles and joints, abnormalities of the gastrointestinal tract, fever, painful sensations in the lumbar region, increased sweating and headaches, then urgent medical attention is needed. In this case, without analysis and a number of diagnostic procedures, it is difficult to establish the cause of the ailment and even more so to eliminate it.

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Brown mucus in the urine

Normally, every healthy person with micturition gets a small amount of mucus, which is not determined in the diagnosis. Its increased content often indicates a prolonged stagnation of urine or infection of the excretory system. These pathologies lead to increased production of mucus and obstructing its drainage. That's why, its small part is constantly out. But sometimes the presence of mucous formations is not pathological in nature, but indicates an incorrect urine sampling for the study and requires retake of the analysis.

Most often, women face the problem of mucus in the biological fluid produced by the kidneys. This may indicate pyelonephritis, urolithiasis, gynecological lesions and even pregnancy. In the period of gestation, the presence of mucus speaks of an inflammatory process, which without proper treatment will burn the cause of miscarriage or premature birth.

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Diagnosis of brown urine

For the diagnosis of urine brown color should be submitted tests. This is a standard analysis of urine and blood for biochemistry.

• Urinalysis - allows you to determine the level of red blood cells and increased protein content. These values indicate a violation in the release of metabolic products, infections and bacteria.
• Blood test - determines the level of urea nitrogen (slags) and creatinine. With it, you can find an elevated level of liver enzymes and diabetes.
• Other studies - are appointed depending on the results of the above analyzes. The main reason for the continuation of the diagnosis is the presence of red blood cells.

Laboratory research provides an opportunity to assess the microscopic, chemical and physical characteristics of a liquid. Particular attention should be paid to its fence, since compliance with all rules depends on the truthfulness of the results of the analysis.

If abnormalities were detected, the brown shade of urine may indicate: kidney disease, tumors, bladder and prostate disease, pregnancy, diabetes, toxic intoxication and other pathologies.

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Treatment of brown urine

Brown urine does not always require treatment. So, if the deviation has arisen because of the use of certain food products or the use of medications, then it is enough to change the diet and stop taking medication, and the color is normalized. But if the changes are pathological in nature, then after diagnosis, the patient is selected appropriate treatment.

• Kidney disease - is treated with medication, patients are prescribed a course of long-acting drugs and a special diet.
• Diseases of the female reproductive system - depending on the type of disease, appropriate therapy is selected. If these are tumors and malignant lesions, then the patient will receive a chemotherapy course.
• Diseases of the male reproductive system - the principle of treatment is the same as with lesions of the female reproductive system. In men, urine color disorders most often occur with prostatitis, alcohol abuse and smoking.

The most effective way to get rid of brown urine is to use a lot of liquid to prevent dehydration. Particular attention should be paid to hygiene of the reproductive organs. This is particularly true of men, because due to the entry of microbes into the prostate, the extracted biological fluid acquires a brown hue. But regardless of what causes caused the rejection, the timely application for medical help will preserve health.

Prevention of brown urine

Prevention of brown urine is needed to prevent the emergence of dangerous diseases. So, before using any medications, you should carefully read the instructions, and ask the attending physician about possible changes in the color of urine. To prevent diseases that cause a deviation, it is recommended to perform such procedures:

Urinary Tract Infections

• To urinate at the first urge to urinate and immediately after intercourse.
• Drink more fluids.
• After urination, the wiping should be from the front to the back.
• Stones in the kidneys
• Limit the use of salt, spinach, rhubarb and protein.
• Drink more water.

Kidney and bladder cancer

• Refusal from smoking and alcohol.
• Use more water.
• Maintain a normal weight.
• Observe physical activity and a healthy diet.
• Avoid exposure to toxins and hazardous chemicals.

In addition, it is necessary to treat any inflammatory and infectious diseases in a timely manner. As they most often provoke violations by the excretory system.

Forecast of brown urine

The forecast of changes in the color of urine depends on what reason they are caused. If this is provoked by a diet, then it is worthwhile to reconsider the foods used. In case of deviation caused by drugs, it is enough to stop taking them and the color of the liquid is normalized. But if the defect is caused by a serious illness, then ignoring it is a danger to life, so it has a negative outlook.

Brown urine is a common phenomenon faced by both adults and children. Many causes and factors provoke its appearance. If it is accompanied by additional painful symptoms, you should seek medical help. Timely diagnosis will identify and eliminate any pathology, while normalizing the color of urine.