Hematuria or blood in the urine is a condition where the kidneys allow leakage of blood due to urinary tract infections, kidney infections, bladder stones, kidney stones, kidney disease and enlarged prostate. It can also be caused by cancer, injury to the kidneys and as a side effect of certain kinds of medication. This condition can also be inherited genetically.
HOW IS BLOOD IN URINE DIAGNOSED?
General Physician performs physical examination to help determine the cause of the blood in urine. Men undergo a rectal examination and women have a vaginal examination. Blood/and or urine tests, ultrasound, X-ray and cystocopy are recommended to identify signs of an infection. Patients are referred to a urologist in severe cases.
HOW IS BLOOD IN URINE TREATED?
Treatment depends on the reason for the bleeding. It may include:
*Antibiotics to clear a urinary tract infection.
* Medication to shrink an enlarged prostate.
*Shock wave therapy to break up bladder or kidney stones.
DID YOU KNOW?
Drinking plenty of fluids can prevent the causes of this disease.