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How do calcium oxalate issues affect urine color?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am 55 years old, with no history of diabetes or hypertension. Please check why my urine appears white. I have a previous history of calcium oxalate issues.

Please guide.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Karthic Kumar

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Karthic Kumar is a renowned Nephrologist with 12 years of clinical experience, based in Coimbatore. He has been involved in nearly 1,000 renal transplant procedures and is known for his patient-centric approach, focusing on treating root causes rather than symptoms. An alumnus of SRM University, Chennai, he completed an ADA-accredited Diabetology Fellowship and a Fellowship in Nephrology from Apollo Hospitals. He is widely respected for his expertise, ethics, and commitment to kidney care.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Foamy urine is not normal and can be caused by several factors. It might be due to the speed at which urine hits the toilet, the presence of toilet chemicals, or health conditions affecting the bladder or kidneys.

Typically, urine is pale yellow to dark amber and should appear clear. Various factors, such as diet, medications, and health conditions, can alter the color and foamy nature of urine.

Symptoms to watch for with foamy urine:

While occasional foamy urine might just be due to the flow of urine, persistent foamy urine may indicate an underlying health issue. Look out for these symptoms, which could suggest a medical condition:

  1. Swelling in your hands, feet, face, or abdomen, possibly indicating fluid buildup from kidney damage.

  2. Fatigue.

  3. Loss of appetite.

  4. Nausea and vomiting.

  5. Trouble sleeping.

  6. Changes in the amount of urine you produce.

  7. Cloudy urine.

  8. Darker-colored urine.

Given these symptoms, it may be wise to check your kidney function through tests such as an abdominal ultrasound, urine microalbumin test, blood pressure, and diabetes status.

It would be beneficial to discuss your symptoms over a call to accurately identify the cause and determine the necessary steps for further evaluation and treatment.

I hope this information helps you, and please reach out if you have any doubts.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At July 2, 2024
Reviewed At July 2, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Karthic Kumar is a renowned Nephrologist with 12 years of clinical experience, based in Coimbatore. He has been involved in nearly 1,000 renal transplant procedures and is known for his patient-centric approach, focusing on treating root causes rather than symptoms. An alumnus of SRM University, Chennai, he completed an ADA-accredited Diabetology Fellowship and a Fellowship in Nephrology from Apollo Hospitals. He is widely respected for his expertise, ethics, and commitment to kidney care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Karthic Kumar is a renowned Nephrologist with 12 years of clinical experience, based in Coimbatore. He has been involved in nearly 1,000 renal transplant procedures and is known for his patient-centric approach, focusing on treating root causes rather than symptoms. An alumnus of SRM University, Chennai, he completed an ADA-accredited Diabetology Fellowship and a Fellowship in Nephrology from Apollo Hospitals. He is widely respected for his expertise, ethics, and commitment to kidney care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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