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My urine has been pretty dark every time i go to the bathroom, but i drink my 8 cups of water a day and don't exercise everyday. why is this?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Urine: Dark urine is not in any way a symptom of a disease.

Answered 11/12/2020

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