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After extreme exercise, which sign can point to rhabdomyolysis?

Dark, red or cola-colored urine, often with muscle pain or weakness. Get medical care.

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  1. A mild muscle pump
  2. Dark, red or cola-colored urine ✔
  3. Feeling thirsty

Why: Rhabdomyolysis is a breakdown of muscle tissue that can follow severe exertion. MedlinePlus lists dark, red or cola-colored urine, weakness and muscle aching as symptoms. It needs a doctor right away.

Huh, didn't know that: The muscle contents released in rhabdomyolysis are harmful to the kidneys and often cause kidney damage.

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Answer: Dark, red or cola-colored urine. Rhabdomyolysis is a breakdown of muscle tissue that can follow severe exertion. MedlinePlus lists dark, red or cola-colored urine, weakness and muscle aching as symptoms. It needs a doctor right away.

  1. MedlinePlus: Rhabdomyolysis medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000473.htm
    Dark, red, or cola-colored urine
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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