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Cloudy urine is not always cause for concern but we must pay attention because there is a possibility that something more serious is at stake.
Normal and healthy urine is generally transparent, regardless of color, however when it is cloudy it can appear white, flaky and greenish.
According to urologist S. Adam Ramin, medical director of Urology Cancer Specialists in Los Angeles, the fluid is mostly described as cloudy when it looks like you can’t see through it. These could be some causes:
Dehydration
When less water enters your body than comes out, you can become dehydrated, which can lead to cloudy urine and less diluted. People can usually correct early dehydration simply by consuming more water.
Urinary tract infections
Urinary tract infections (UTIs), also known as bladder infections, can cause cloudy urine, according to Dr. Ramin.
Urinary tract infections are one of the most common causes of cloudy urine and include a discharge of pus or blood in the urinary tract.
About this, women are more likely than men to contract urinary tract infections according to the Department of Health and Human Services of USA In fact, about 54% to 54% of women will experience a UTI in their lifetime.
Prostatitis
In men who have prostate infections , this organ can begin to produce sec fluid that could be a milky white milky fluid, says Dr. Ramin. “So sometimes with prostate infections, men can have a cloudy appearance in their urine.”
Vaginitis
Another type of infection that can cause cloudy urine is vaginitis, or inflammation of the the vagina which can cause discharge, itching and pain.
The most common types are bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, and trichomoniasis. The former is the result of an overgrowth of bacteria naturally found in the vagina, upsetting the natural balance.
While yeast infections are usually caused by a natural fungus. Trichomoniasis is caused by a parasite and is often sexually transmitted.
Sexually Transmitted Infections
Some common sexually transmitted infections (STIs), such as gonorrhea and chlamydia, can cause cloudy urine. These diseases cause the immune system to produce white blood cells which, when mixed with urine, give it a cloudy appearance.
The best way to prevent the spread of STIs is to use protection during sexual activity and also to get tested Regular checkups for STIs can help people receive early diagnosis and treatment.
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