Question 1

what could cause my urine to be dark only in the mornings?

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Dehydration: You may be somewhat dehydrated overnight, and your first morning's urine is more concentrated than later in the day.  Possibly it clears up when you start drinking  liquids again?

Question 2

what could cause dark thick urine?

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Several...: Dehydration, infection, nephritis, ......urine exam yields the clue

Question 3

what causes urine to appear darker?

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Lots of things: Many things can change the appearance of urine--hydration status, blood, protein, some medications.  If you are concerned then visit your doctor.

Question 4

can anyone tell me what could cause my urine to be very, very dark every time?

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You may be low: Dark urine is often the sign of dehydration or even blood in the urine.  You should go see your friendly doctor for a simple urinalysis to better ascertain the problem.  At your age, if you have ever smoked, I would definitely see a doctor. Smoking increases your risk of bad things....Please seek help.  Happy healing and good luck.

Question 5

what causes dark yellow urine?

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Here are some...: Discerning urine color can be very subjective; so, get a formal urinalysis with a properly collected fresh urine specimen to confirm your concern about dark yellow urine which may related with dehydration or certain disorders in liver or red blood cells or certain drugs like pyridium, (phenazopyridine) etc. If related with dehydration, in fact, dark yellow urine indicates you have good kidneys to concentrate urine

Question 6

what's the cause of dark urine?

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Dehydration: Urine can appear dark for may reasons, but the most common is from relative dehydration. When the kidneys are trying to conserve water they decrease the amount of water excreted, and the urine is more concentrated and appears darker. I would suggest increasing fluid intake.

Question 7

what could cause dark bloody urine?

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Seek evaluation.: Blood in the urinary tract has many potential causes, and needs to be worked up. Injury to the kidney or bladder, tumors of the urinary tract, stones, infections are examples of causes. Dark bloody urine indicates a significant amount of blood is being passed into the urinary tract, which requires prompt workup and management.

Question 8

what would cause dark and smelly urine?

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Lots of things: Many things can change the appearance of urine--hydration status, blood, protein, some medications.  Odor can indicate infection.  If you are concerned then visit your doctor.

Question 9

what are some causes of dark urine pain?

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Several: Several causes of dark urine inlcude blood or blood clots, infections, inflammation of the urinary tract, trauma, kidney stones, and cancer. Dark urine should be evaluated to determine the presence of any of the findings for appropriate treatment.

Question 10

can constipation cause urine dark brown color ?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: My first gut sense as a physician is that you must be dehydrated. Your body is trying to compensate by keeping ahold of as much fluid as possible. This can lead to constipation and dark urine.

Please begin drinking fluids until your urine returns to normal.

If you are not having any fevers or pain from the constipation one of the tricks is to drink three liters of fluids in one hour. 

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