Urinary water is one of the indicators that directly reflect the health of the urinary system, especially kidney function. According to kidney-urological experts, observing daily changes in urine helps detect kidney disorders early before obvious symptoms appear. Here are three most common signs that need special attention.
First, the urine is dark for a long time. According to information from the National Kidney Foundation (NKF - USA), normal urine is pale yellow due to urochrome pigment. When urine turns dark yellow, brown or orange despite drinking enough water, it can be a sign that the kidneys have difficulty filtering and eliminating waste. NKF notes that prolonged unusual coloration needs to be checked to rule out the risk of serious liver disease, kidney disease or dehydration.
Second, foam in urine appears a lot and dissolves for a long time. According to data from the Mayo Clinic, high foam levels may be related to the presence of protein in the urine (urine protein). When the kidneys are damaged, the renal filter will allow the protein to leak out. Urinary protein is one of the early signs of chronic kidney disease. However, the Mayo Clinic emphasizes that foaming in urine can also be caused by rapid urine rate or cleansing in the stool, so repeated monitoring is needed to be effective.
Third, urine has an unusually strong smell. According to the Cleveland Clinic, normal urine has a mild smell. If the smell becomes black, strong or the smell of ammonia is noticeable for a long time, this can be a warning sign of urinary tract infection or metabolic disorders. Some kidney patients experience a buildup of waste in the blood, causing urine to smell stronger than usual.
Although the three signs may reflect kidney failure, experts emphasize that this is not the basis for self-dygnosis. Urinary changes can appear due to food, medication, or daily water drinking habits. People with symptoms lasting more than 4872 hours should go to a medical facility for urine testing, kidney ultrasound or kidney function testing according to professional instructions.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, limiting salt, drinking enough water and monitoring urine regularly is considered a simple and effective measure to protect long-term kidney health.
