Seeing blood in the urine can be alarming and frightening. Not only because it looks disgusting, but because it could mean something dangerous.
The condition is called “hematuria”. And while most of them may be harmless, it’s still a good idea to consult a doctor.
For this reason, Dr. Sandeep Prasad, a urologist at Fortis Hospital in Anandapur, explains the details of this condition and some of its possible causes, according to a new report published by the specialized medical website “onlymyhealth”.
“Hematuria is a condition in which blood comes out during urination,” says Dr. Prasad. “Urine generally changes color to pink, red or dark brown, with mild back pain.”
However, the doctor warns that blood flow into the urine is dangerous, no matter how small the amount.
According to Prasad, the presence of blood in the urine can be microscopic, which means it cannot be seen with the naked eye.
Hematuria is common and occurs in 2%-30% of the adult population, according to a study published in JAMA Network. that older patients and smokers had higher rates of hematuria; The latter is at increased risk of developing cancer of the genitourinary system.
The new study also sheds light on the same previous study.
Reasons for the appearance of blood in the urine
Hematuria can occur for several reasons. Primarily, it occurs when blood leaks from the kidneys or other areas of the urinary system into the urinary bladder. Some of the factors that can cause such a leak include:
a urinary tract infection (UTI) or urinary tract infection; It is a bacterial infection that occurs when bacteria called Escherichia coli (E. coli) enter the urinary tract and cause it to swell and bleed.
Other symptoms include burning during urination, frequent urination, abdominal pain and fullness, and more.
Kidney infection
A kidney infection occurs when bacteria or viruses cause problems in one or both of your kidneys. This is also called pyelonephritis.
Common symptoms include fever, chills, burning pain during urination, back pain, nausea or vomiting, and pus or blood in the urine.
Enlarged prostate
Also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), an enlarged prostate can be caused by age-related changes in sex hormones. This condition is not cancerous, but symptoms may include pain during urination, inability to urinate, and incontinence or blood in the urine.
According to the British National Health Service, blood in the urine is the most common symptom of bladder cancer.
– Genetic diseases
The presence of blood in the urine can be due to genetic diseases.
These include a condition that affects red blood cells (sickle cell anemia); which can cause blood in the urine.
In addition, Alport syndrome can also lead to hematuria. It is a condition that causes damage to the tiny blood vessels in the kidneys.
Dr. Prasad concludes, “Hematuria can be found in people of any age or gender. It is so common that one in five people may have it for some time, although middle-aged men are most likely to develop hematuria due to enlarged prostate glands. However, there are also some strenuous exercises and some prescription medications such as cyclophosphamide and the antibiotic penicillin that increase the risk of blood in the urine.
2023-07-05 17:01:00
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