Detecting some cancers early can improve a patient’s chance of survival, but conventional detection methods can involve costly tests and equipment, making them inaccessible for people in low-resource ...

As a urologist, I’ve learned to read the subtle signs in urine that can speak volumes about our well-being. It’s not just about frequency or urgency; it’s also about understanding the color, clarity ...

Whether you’re the queen of England or a newborn baby, everyone pees. The average person flushes five to six times a day, but urine is not something most people typically keep a close eye on — unless ...

The color of your urine can be a powerful indicator of your kidney health. Our bodies produce various signs to alert us to potential health issues, and urine color is one of the most noticeable. By ...

Urine color changes from clear to orange with your hydration level but may also change due to food pigments or medications. Specific colors may indicate a condition that needs medical attention.

Many of us remember the guideline to drink a total of eight full glasses of eight ounces of water each day, but how can we be sure this is always enough and how do we know when we are in danger? The ...

Your body sends all kinds of signals, and one of the most revealing places to spot them is in the toilet. Urine can reflect ...

Kathleen Felton is a writer, editor, and content strategist with several years of experience working in digital media. She is an expert in health, pregnancy, and women's lifestyle. Dark yellow urine ...

Scientists have some whiz-dom to share with those who have wondered what gives urine its distinct color. For over 150 years, it has been a mystery why urine from the human body comes out as yellow.

Urine varies in color from pale yellow to deep amber, primarily due to urochrome, a byproduct of the normal breakdown of red blood cells. As these cells age, they are broken down, and urochrome is ...

Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt is a urologist and robotic surgeon with Orlando Health and past president of the Florida Urological Society. As a urologist, I’ve learned to read the subtle signs in urine that ...