LYMPHURIA Meaning and
Definition
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"Lymphuria" is a specialized term used in medicine to refer to the presence of lymphatic fluid, also known as lymph, in the urine. The term is derived from combining the words "lymph" and "uria," which implies urine. Lymphatic fluid is ordinarily a colorless, transparent liquid that helps maintain fluid balance and remove waste products from tissues in the body. It is formed within the lymphatic system, consisting of lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes, which is a vital component of the immune system.
As such, lymphuria is considered a relatively uncommon condition, often associated with underlying disorders or disease processes affecting the lymphatic system. Lymphatic obstruction or damage, such as lymphedema, infection, or trauma, can result in the abnormal leakage of lymph into the urinary system. This may manifest as the presence of milky, cloudy, or chylous urine, with a high fat content due to the presence of lymphocytes, lipids, or other cellular debris.
Lymphuria can be indicative of various medical conditions, including certain infections, malignancies, or lymphatic diseases. Diagnosis often involves laboratory analysis of urine samples and imaging studies to identify the cause and location of the lymphatic leak. Treatment depends on the underlying cause, aiming to address the specific disorder or injury responsible for lymphatic fluid leakage. In some cases, therapeutic interventions may include treatment of infection, lymphatic drainage techniques, or surgical interventions to repair or bypass the damaged lymphatic vessels.
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Discharge of lymph in the urine.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for LYMPHURIA
- kymphuria
- pymphuria
- oymphuria
- ltmphuria
- lgmphuria
- lhmphuria
- lumphuria
- l7mphuria
- l6mphuria
- lynphuria
- lykphuria
- lyjphuria
- lymohuria
- lymlhuria
- lym-huria
- lym0huria
- lympguria
- lympburia
- lympnuria
Etymology of LYMPHURIA
The word "lymphuria" is derived from two roots: "lymph" and "uria".
The term "lymph" comes from the Latin word "lympha", which means "clear spring water" or "pure water". It refers to the clear and colorless fluid that circulates throughout the lymphatic system, carrying white blood cells and other immune cells.
The suffix "uria" originates from the Greek word "ouron", meaning "urine". It is commonly used to denote a condition or an abnormality related to urine.
Combining these two roots, "lymphuria" is formed to describe a medical condition characterized by the presence of lymph in the urine.
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