What diseases can urine treat? Explore the controversy and science behind urine therapy
In recent years, discussions about "urine therapy" have reignited on social media and health forums. Although modern medicine is wary of it, urine has historically been used to treat a variety of ailments. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to sort out the potential applications, scientific controversies and structured data of urine therapy.
1. History and current situation of urine therapy
Urine Therapy is an ancient folk therapy that dates back to ancient Indian, Chinese and Egyptian civilizations. Supporters believe urine contains antibodies, hormones and minerals that have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and even anti-cancer effects. However, modern medicine generally believes that it lacks rigorous scientific basis and may bring health risks.
| Disease/Symptoms | claimed efficacy | scientific verification status |
|---|---|---|
| Skin infections (such as eczema) | External application can reduce inflammation and relieve itching | Individual case reports, not supported by large-scale research |
| eye infection | Dripping urine to relieve conjunctivitis | High risk, may cause secondary infection |
| Cancer adjuvant treatment | Claim that “urinary ketone bodies inhibit cancer cells” | Not recognized by any authoritative organization |
2. Recent hot topics on the Internet
1.TikTok challenge storm: A certain Internet celebrity promoted the "morning urine detoxification method", which triggered refutation from the medical community. Experts point out that 95% of urine is water, and the rest is metabolic waste (urea, uric acid, etc.). Drinking it may increase the burden on the kidneys.
2.Controversy over new scientific discoveries: A study on "urine stem cells" has been over-interpreted. It is still in the laboratory stage and has nothing to do with drinking urine directly.
| Network platform | trending hashtags | Discussion popularity (last 10 days) |
|---|---|---|
| Is #urine therapy a pseudoscience? | 12 million reads | |
| YouTube | "Drinking Urine for Health" | 500,000 views |
3. Clear warning from the medical community
Neither the World Health Organization (WHO) nor national health authorities endorse urine therapy. Instead, there are risks:
1.bacterial infection: Urine may carry urinary tract bacteria, especially in people with urinary tract disease.
2.electrolyte imbalance: Repeated ingestion of urine can cause electrolyte imbalances such as sodium and potassium.
3.Delay in treatment: Relying on non-scientific treatments may miss the best opportunity for treatment.
4. Suggestions for alternatives
For diseases for which urine is claimed to relieve, medicine recommends the following safe alternatives:
| Symptoms | scientific alternative |
|---|---|
| skin inflammation | Topical hydrocortisone ointment (medical advice required) |
| Detoxification needs | Increase drinking water and dietary fiber intake |
Conclusion
While urine therapy continues to spark curiosity online, available evidence suggests its risks far outweigh its potential benefits. The public is advised to be guided by science and choose proven treatments. The dissemination of health information should be based on rigor and responsibility.
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