Cloudy Urine in Pregnancy
Aside from the fact that you're rushing to the bathroom every five minutes, you could notice that something is wrong with your urination these days if you're pregnant. It's not unusual to have murky urine during pregnancy, so don't be alarmed if it does from time to time. Continue reading to learn the reasons of murky urine during pregnancy, how to treat it, and when to visit your doctor.
Is Cloudy Urine a Sign of Pregnancy?
Nope, murky urine is not a consistent indicator of pregnancy. This is because, according to Stephanie Hack, MD, MPH, FACOG, a board-certified ob-gyn with a focus on women's health advocacy, occasionally murky urine occurs both during and outside of pregnancy.
"Сloudy urine" refers to any unclear urine that frequently has a milky or murky appearance. The typical straw-yellow color of hazy urine might sometimes appear white to light yellow, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
What Causes Cloudy Urine in Pregnancy?
Wondering why you have cloudy urine during pregnancy? Here are some of the most common reasons for cloudy urine when pregnant:
Dehydration. Your urine may appear darker as a result of increased concentration brought on by dehydration. Dehydration, probably from nausea and/or vomiting, and hormonal changes in regular vaginal discharge are major causes in the early stages of pregnancy. Sweat loss, particularly during the hot summer months, can also contribute to dehydration.
Vaginal discharge. During pregnancy, you may have more discharge than usual. This is how your body guards against viruses that could enter your uterus and spread to you and the unborn child. Urine may appear hazy if this discharge ends up in the toilet. Increased discharge may occasionally indicate a vaginal infection, but usually it is associated with additional symptoms like discomfort, itching, or odor.
Urinary tract infection (UTI). Cloudy urine during pregnancy may also be caused by a UTI. According to UCSF Health, up to 40% of women will get a UTI at some point in their lives. Pregnant women are more vulnerable to this illness. The reason pee seems murky and foggy is because UTIs increase the amount of bacteria and red blood cells in the urine. Wetter adds that other symptoms including frequency, urgency, or discomfort during urine may be linked to UTIs.
Preeclampsia. Preeclampsia, according to the Mayo Clinic, is a pregnancy condition linked to elevated blood pressure that, if addressed, may cause problems for both the mother and the unborn child. Particularly in the last stages of your pregnancy or close to your due date, hazy urine may be the result of elevated protein levels in your urine caused by preeclampsia. Remember that prenatal visits are frequently the first stage in the detection of preeclampsia.
Diet. There are situations when what you eat can change how your urine appears. Urine that seems more alkaline and hazy may result from a diet that is extremely heavy in fruits and vegetables. Furthermore, cutting back on meat, grain, and dairy diet might also make pee cloudier, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
What to Do About Cloudy Urine When Pregnant
The specific reason for hazy urine during pregnancy will determine how to manage it. It is recommended to contact your physician, who will ask you to come in and submit a sample of your urine. The clarity, color, protein content, and bacteria in your urine will all be examined by your perinatal team. Your team will then submit a urine sample for a culture if they suspect an infection in order to ascertain the precise nature of the problem and the next stages in your treatment plan.
Cloudy urine during pregnancy is usually not a cause for concern and is most likely the result of something you ate that day, something you didn't drink enough of, or both. However, an examination is necessary if you have consistently foggy urine during your pregnancy or if you experience any other symptoms including fever, discomfort, bleeding, or unusual discharge. Remain calm! Call your doctor and inquire if you have experienced any further new symptoms.
Aside from the fact that you're rushing to the bathroom every five minutes, you could notice that something is wrong with your urination these days if you're pregnant. It's not unusual to have murky urine during pregnancy, so don't be alarmed if it does from time to time. Continue reading to learn the reasons of murky urine during pregnancy, how to treat it, and when to visit your doctor.
Is Cloudy Urine a Sign of Pregnancy?
Nope, murky urine is not a consistent indicator of pregnancy. This is because, according to Stephanie Hack, MD, MPH, FACOG, a board-certified ob-gyn with a focus on women's health advocacy, occasionally murky urine occurs both during and outside of pregnancy.
"Сloudy urine" refers to any unclear urine that frequently has a milky or murky appearance. The typical straw-yellow color of hazy urine might sometimes appear white to light yellow, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
What Causes Cloudy Urine in Pregnancy?
Wondering why you have cloudy urine during pregnancy? Here are some of the most common reasons for cloudy urine when pregnant:
Dehydration. Your urine may appear darker as a result of increased concentration brought on by dehydration. Dehydration, probably from nausea and/or vomiting, and hormonal changes in regular vaginal discharge are major causes in the early stages of pregnancy. Sweat loss, particularly during the hot summer months, can also contribute to dehydration.
Vaginal discharge. During pregnancy, you may have more discharge than usual. This is how your body guards against viruses that could enter your uterus and spread to you and the unborn child. Urine may appear hazy if this discharge ends up in the toilet. Increased discharge may occasionally indicate a vaginal infection, but usually it is associated with additional symptoms like discomfort, itching, or odor.
Urinary tract infection (UTI). Cloudy urine during pregnancy may also be caused by a UTI. According to UCSF Health, up to 40% of women will get a UTI at some point in their lives. Pregnant women are more vulnerable to this illness. The reason pee seems murky and foggy is because UTIs increase the amount of bacteria and red blood cells in the urine. Wetter adds that other symptoms including frequency, urgency, or discomfort during urine may be linked to UTIs.
Preeclampsia. Preeclampsia, according to the Mayo Clinic, is a pregnancy condition linked to elevated blood pressure that, if addressed, may cause problems for both the mother and the unborn child. Particularly in the last stages of your pregnancy or close to your due date, hazy urine may be the result of elevated protein levels in your urine caused by preeclampsia. Remember that prenatal visits are frequently the first stage in the detection of preeclampsia.
Diet. There are situations when what you eat can change how your urine appears. Urine that seems more alkaline and hazy may result from a diet that is extremely heavy in fruits and vegetables. Furthermore, cutting back on meat, grain, and dairy diet might also make pee cloudier, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
What to Do About Cloudy Urine When Pregnant
The specific reason for hazy urine during pregnancy will determine how to manage it. It is recommended to contact your physician, who will ask you to come in and submit a sample of your urine. The clarity, color, protein content, and bacteria in your urine will all be examined by your perinatal team. Your team will then submit a urine sample for a culture if they suspect an infection in order to ascertain the precise nature of the problem and the next stages in your treatment plan.
Cloudy urine during pregnancy is usually not a cause for concern and is most likely the result of something you ate that day, something you didn't drink enough of, or both. However, an examination is necessary if you have consistently foggy urine during your pregnancy or if you experience any other symptoms including fever, discomfort, bleeding, or unusual discharge. Remain calm! Call your doctor and inquire if you have experienced any further new symptoms.
