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I sometimes have browish red color sediment. looks almost like sand in my urine what does this mean?
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Needs evaluation: Any reddish or brown color to the urine could mean something is going on in the bladder or kidneys. You need evaluation by a doctor. They will likely check your urine for blood or infection or protein and may check your blood levels for kidney function.
Answered 9/13/2018
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