Analysis of the composition of urine - a reflection of the health status of the human body. On it you can learn about the presence of diseases, disorders in the functioning of systems, the state of metabolic processes and much more.
The presence of a large number of white blood cells, sugar, protein, mucus and other substances is a sign of an inflammatory process in the body. But a small number of these components also means the disruption of the functioning of the systems.
Mucus is a substance produced by special cells in the urinary tract. It acts as a barrier to protect the internal organs from urea and acidic reactions.
A healthy body produces the necessary level of mucus to neutralize the aggressive properties of urea, but it does not stand out when urinating. The presence of this enzyme can only be determined by directed research in the laboratory.
The rate of mucus content in the urine, its function
The mucus is produced by the body to perform the following functions:
- Delayed pathogenic viruses and bacteria.
- Protecting the epithelium of the urinary tract from the corrosive effects of chemicals in the urine.
- Improving the conductivity of large particles of salt and stone formations for removal from the body.
Since the upper layers of the epithelium lining the internal organs of the urinary tract, produce a mucous substance continuously, it can not get into the urine when leaving the body.
In a standard analysis of the composition of urine, the laboratory technician determines:
- color - in normal condition, the urine is light yellowish, not cloudy;
- odor - should not be caustic, acid, putrid odors;
- density;
- Presence of standard components and their approximate amount - proteins, erythrocytes, glucose, leukocytes, salt, cells of epithelial tissue.
Under the condition of normal functioning mucus on a standard study will not be revealed. There is no clear quantitative framework for mucus concentration. The laboratory analyzes the four main criteria:
- norm;
- moderate amount;
- increased amount;
- a large amount that can be identified without special equipment. A visual inspection will reveal the presence of sediment in the urine, as well as its turbidity.
Legend of the level of mucus in the urine are:
- "+" is the normal level;
- "++" is moderate;
- "+++" - increased;
- "++++" - a high level.
What does it mean if a lot of mucus in the urine
Ready decoding of urine analysis and the amount of mucus in it does not allow to clearly identify the disease. This is only an impetus for further research. Often, along with mucus, an increased number of other components are found.
Mucus with blood corpuscles means a serious dysfunction of the kidneys. A prerequisite for this may be infectious diseases, tumor formation in the kidneys and urinary system. The formation of cameos is also a prerequisite. At an exit of cameos and sand injury of an epithelium is possible, owing to what the blood gets into urine
Protein with mucus. This is an indicator of impaired renal filtration function. The increase in protein content is due to hypothermia or excessive fatigue. 
High protein content occurs only when:
- chronic course of renal failure;
- hypertension;
- heart failure;
- kidney tuberculosis;
- glomerulonephritis;
- tumor formations on the kidneys.
Leukocytes with mucus are an indicator of the inflammatory process and cancers in the urogenital system.
Mucus and salts in the urine signal a violation of salt metabolism. This process occurs when an unbalanced diet, excessive use of mineral salts and can lead to urolithiasis.
Phlegm and oxalate. Oxalates are the salt of oxalic acids. These substances are formed in violation of metabolic processes, indicate diseases of a urological nature.
Bacteria and mucus
The presence of bacterial organisms in the urine is not the main symptom of the disease. They can get into the analysis in violation of the technology of urine collection, lack of intimate hygiene.
Causes
Common causes of excess mucus in the urine are:
- urolithiasis - the movement of stones in the ureter or bladder;
- genital infectious diseases;
- tumors and cancers in the kidneys and bladder;
- lack of personal hygiene;
- unbalanced nutrition;
- violation of the rules of the collection of analysis - non-sterile capacity, long urinary retention before analysis;
- overwork;
- cystitis - acute or chronic inflammation of the pelvic organs;
- urethritis - inflammatory processes in the urethra;
- rostatitis;
- pyelonephritis - inflammation of the kidneys;
- hypothermia;
- long-term urinary retention in the body - prolonged deliberate postponement of the trip to the toilet.
Among women
In a woman, the presence of mucus in the urine may be due to the structure of the body. The ureter is close to the vagina, the mucous secretions of which can get into the urine when collecting analysis. A small amount of such secretions will not be considered pathology.
The reasons for the increase in mucus in women can be:
- benign and malignant tumor formation in the uterus;
- inflammatory processes in the vagina.
During pregnancy
In pregnant women, mucus in the urine is a frequent occurrence. Since the body is reorganized at the hormonal level when a child is born, the secretion by all body systems may increase. The urogenital system is no exception.
However, mucus in high quantities is a sign of an infectious disease of the urogenital system. Moreover, the probability of adverse effects on the developing fetus is very high.
In men
The man has mucus in the urine - a sign:
- inflammatory process of the prostate;
- phimosis;
- prostatitis.
The child has
The child has a mucus content in the urine due to the same reasons as in adults. However, boys have another prerequisite - phimosis. This is a physiological deviation in which the head of the penis is not completely exposed, as a result of which a large number of bacteria accumulate on it.
In girls, the prerequisite is vulvitis, meaning non-compliance with hygienic norms.
Diagnostic features
Diagnosis of the disease, the consequence of which is a high content of mucus, is possible only after collecting a reliable history and:
- general and biochemical analysis of blood;
- obtaining test results for STDs;
- studies of the functioning of the immune system;
- study of urine and blood for the presence of proteins, erythrocytes, leukocytes, pH, sugar level.
Reducing the number of suspected diseases is possible in the process of determining the color of mucus:
- Brown - a consequence of poisoning, infectious diseases, circulatory disorders.
- White - the result of inflammation, stagnation of urine.
Symptoms of mucus in the urine are mild. Most often, the symptoms cause diseases that are present in the body. Show caution and pass the analysis should be the following signs:
- burning sensation when urinating;
- decrease in sexual desire;
- genital itching;
- discomfort during intercourse;
- swollen lymph nodes in the groin area;
- the appearance of a rash on the genitals;
- pain in the lower abdomen in women;
- pain when urine retention in the body;
- frequent urination;
- uncontrolled urination.
What to do when detecting mucus in the urine
If a person during urination noticed the presence of mucus in the urine, then he should consult the following doctors:
- therapist;
- urologist for boys and men;
- gynecologist for girls and women;
- venereologist.
Therapeutic measures to reduce the amount of mucus in the urine are:
- heavy drinking;
- taking herbal decoctions;
- taking uroantiseptics of natural origin.
When making a diagnosis, the doctor prescribes specialized medications. If the drug treatment was ineffective, then surgery is required.
How to get tested
Urine collection rules for analysis:
- Only morning urine is suitable for collection, except for specialized tests for collecting daily urine.
- Immediately before urine collection, the genitals should be thoroughly washed with soap and plenty of warm water.
- Women should close the vaginal opening with a sterile swab.
- Urine is collected in an exceptionally sterile jar or glass with a lid. You can purchase such dishes in a pharmacy, in the absence of a specialized jar, you can use a glass or plastic bottle. However, it should be thoroughly washed and dried along with the lid.
- During and after the collection of urine, it is necessary to exclude touching the walls and edges of the container with your hands.
Prevention
In order to prevent an increase in the mucus content in the urine, the following measures are taken:
- it is necessary to urinate regularly, chirby to avoid stagnation of urine in the bladder and conducting channels;
- visit the toilet before intercourse;
- strictly follow the rules of intimate hygiene;
- consume large amounts of fluid, fresh fruits and vegetables;
- conduct regular analysis;
- consume the required amount of vitamin C.
When detecting mucous membranes in the urine should not panic, as this is not a mandatory sign of serious illness. Conducting preventive actions and leading a healthy lifestyle, you can avoid such an unpleasant analysis result.
