Decoding the Rainbow: What Your Urine Colors Reveal About Your Health

Urine’s colors can indicate various health conditions. From red (a sign of bleeding or beetroot consumption) to green or blue (linked to certain foods, medications, or infections), the spectrum includes orange, yellow, brown, and even purple. Learning these colors can guide you in identifying potential health issues.

Bristol Bristol, Jun 8 (The Conversation) – Your urine, much like a prism, can display a spectrum of colors, each potentially pointing to different health conditions. It can surprise you by appearing in hues like purple, orange, or even blue, aside from the usual red and yellow.

Urine acts as a medium for excreting waste products, including nitrogenous wastes like urea and creatinine, and red blood cells. It can reflect various ingested compounds, such as vitamins and medications, coloring your urine in unusual shades.

Doctors consider urine color during diagnosis. For instance, red urine may indicate bleeding within the urinary tract, while orange can be caused by dehydration or medications. Green or blue tones, though rare, can result from certain foods, medications, or infections like Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Knowing these signs can help you stay vigilant and seek medical attention when necessary.

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