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What Causes White Powdery Matter In Urine?

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Posted on Mon, 15 Feb 2016
Question: Have a white powdery residue in urine
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (45 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
few possible causes

Detailed Answer:
Hi, Welcome to HCM.

Such finding may indicate several problems.

First and most common is urinary infection and it can be treated with antibiotic. It can be caused by bacterias, fungis or parasities, most commonly bacteriae.

Secondly, it can be a sign of urinary stones or other kidney issues.

To verify exact diagnosis you need to do basic urine analysis, kidney ultrasound and check urea and creatinine in blood.

Wish you good health.
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich

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What Causes White Powdery Matter In Urine?

Brief Answer: few possible causes Detailed Answer: Hi, Welcome to HCM. Such finding may indicate several problems. First and most common is urinary infection and it can be treated with antibiotic. It can be caused by bacterias, fungis or parasities, most commonly bacteriae. Secondly, it can be a sign of urinary stones or other kidney issues. To verify exact diagnosis you need to do basic urine analysis, kidney ultrasound and check urea and creatinine in blood. Wish you good health. Regards