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Hematuria

by Alike Medical Team ∙ Updated on June 13, 2023

Additional names

This group contains additional names: - Haematuria - Hemorrhagic cystitis - Presence of blood cells in urine - Microscopic Hematuria - Gross Hematuria

General

Hematuria is the presence of blood in the urine. There are two types of hematuria; *gross hematuria*, in which blood can be seen in the urine, and *microscopic hematuria*, in which the blood is seen only under a microscope. Blood in the urine can come from the kidney, or anywhere along the urinary tract, which is the ״pipes״ that leads the urine from the kidneys into the bladder and out of your body. Some common causes of hematuria include infection of the kidneys or urinary tract, kidney stones, trauma, intense exercise, enlarges prostate and cancer originating in the bladder, kidney or prostate.

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Signs & symptoms

If you experience gross hematuria, your urine will appear pink, red or brown. If you have a case of microscopic hematuria, your urine may appear normal. In most cases, people with gross hematuria do not have other signs and symptoms. If the hematuria is caused by a urinary tract infection or kidney stones, you may feel a burning or pain when urinating, accompanied by back pain.

Diagnosis

You doctor will ask you regarding your symptoms and medical history, as well as perform a *physical exam*. The following test will be needed: -*urine test*- to detect the exact type of cells in your urine and guide the doctor to the source of the problem. -*blood test*- to check your kidney functions additional tests might be needed according to the results, such as *Ultrasound* or *CT scan* to visual your kidneys, and cystography to look inside your bladder.

Treatment

Health care professionals treat hematuria by treating its underlying cause. If no serious condition is causing your hematuria, typically no treatment will be needed.

Note

☝ We provide information on prescription and over-the-counter medicines, diagnosis, procedures and lab tests. This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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