Chyluria symptoms
Feb 27, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Xinju
Introduction
Chyluria generally causes changes in urine, such as the urine appearing milky white, white, or yellowish, and may also be accompanied by chylous clots. Chyluria is usually a condition caused by lymphatic vessel obstruction, leading to lymph fluid entering the urine. In severe cases, surgical treatment may be required. During treatment, patients must ensure they drink plenty of water.
Chyluria typically causes changes in urine appearance, such as milky white, white, or yellowish urine, and may also be accompanied by chylous clots.
Chyluria is generally a condition caused by lymphatic vessel obstruction, leading to lymph fluid entering the urinary tract. The most typical symptom is a change in urine color—often appearing milky white—but it may also contain other substances, making the urine yellow or even red. When chylous clots pass through the ureter, patients may experience renal colic. Once these clots enter the bladder, they can cause irritative voiding symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and dysuria. If the clots move into the urethra, they may cause obstruction, potentially resulting in acute urinary retention. The most common cause of chylous clots is parasitic infection, particularly filariasis, although it can also result from tumor compression or congenital lymphatic valve dysfunction. Patients can be treated conservatively or with renal pelvic irrigation.
In addition, severe cases may require surgical intervention. During treatment, patients should ensure adequate fluid intake.
