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Rhabdomyolysis is the breakdown of muscle fibers resulting in the release of muscle fiber contents(myoglobin) into the bloodstream. Some of these are harmful to the kidney and frequently result in kidney damage.When mus... |
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Symptoms
Abnormal urine color (dark, red, or cola colored)General weaknessMuscle stiffness or aching (myalgia)Muscle tendernes...
Causes
When muscle is damaged, a protein pigment called myoglobin is released into the bloodstream and filtered out of the b...
Treatments
Early and aggressive fluids (hydration) may prevent complications by rapidly remove myoglobin out of the kidneys. Fl...
Prevention
Drink plenty of fluids after strenous exercise to dilute the urine and flush the myoglobin out of the kidney. Proper...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms indicate rhabdomyolysis may be present.
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