"What Causes Yellow Urine According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, and How to Address It?"
From the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the appearance of yellow urine may stem from physiological factors or be caused by conditions such as excessive liver fire and damp-heat in the bladder. For urine discoloration due to pathological reasons, personalized treatment with methods to clear liver fire should be applied based on the patient's specific condition. Details are as follows:
Physiological Factors:
For some individuals, a reduced intake of water can lead to urine concentration, resulting in yellow urine. Typically, this does not accompany other symptoms, and increasing water intake can improve the condition.
Pathological Factors:
- Excessive Liver Fire: Arises from the liver's inability to disperse and release qi, leading to qi stagnation and transformation into fire, or from inherent liver heat. Symptoms include flushed face and red eyes, dry mouth with bitter taste, and yellow urine. Treatment involves clearing liver fire and is commonly achieved with medications like Longdan Xiegan Wan (Gentiana and Gardenia Pill) and Danzhi Xiaoyao San (Paeonia and Bupleurum Powder).
- Damp-Heat in the Bladder: Can be caused by external damp-heat invading the bladder, excessive intake of spicy food, or prolonged sitting with urine retention. Symptoms include urgency, frequency, painful urination, and yellow urine. Treatment involves clearing heat, draining dampness, and promoting urination, often with medications like Bazheng San (Eight-Ingredient Powder) and Qinglin Jiaonang (Clear Urine Capsule).
For symptoms of yellow urine, personalized treatment based on TCM differentiation is recommended, and the use of specific medications should generally be guided by a professional physician.
