Purple urine bag syndrome
Purple Urine Bag Syndrome
Purple Urine Bag Syndrome (PUBS) is a rare medical condition characterized by the unusual coloration of urine in a catheter bag to a purple hue. This phenomenon is typically observed in individuals with long-term urinary catheters and is associated with urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria.
Pronunciation
Purple Urine Bag Syndrome is pronounced as /ˈpɜːrpl ˈjʊərɪn bæg sɪnˈdrəʊm/.
Etymology
The term "Purple Urine Bag Syndrome" is derived from the distinct symptom of the condition - the purple coloration of urine in the catheter bag. The syndrome was first described in medical literature in 1978.
Symptoms
The primary symptom of Purple Urine Bag Syndrome is the change in color of the urine to a purple hue. This is often accompanied by other symptoms of a urinary tract infection, such as discomfort or pain during urination, fever, and a strong, unpleasant smell of urine.
Causes
Purple Urine Bag Syndrome is caused by a urinary tract infection with bacteria that produce sulphatase and phosphatase. These enzymes react with tryptophan metabolites in the urine to produce indigo (blue) and indirubin (red) pigments, which combine to give the urine a purple color.
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Treatment
Treatment for Purple Urine Bag Syndrome typically involves antibiotics to treat the underlying urinary tract infection. In addition, the catheter is usually replaced to prevent further bacterial growth.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Purple urine bag syndrome
- Wikipedia's article - Purple urine bag syndrome
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