2006-08-04 03:30:58 · 15 answers · asked by audrey 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
Blood in your urine could signify a bladder infection, a urinary tract infection (UTI), or more seriously...a kidney infection. Blood in your urine is not normal, and should be taken seriously. There is also a possiblity of kidney stones, (which sometimes cause blockage), and therefor the result is blood in the urine. There are numerous painless tests available..Just don't wait until it's too late, and you are in so much pain that it's intolerable to perform daily functions...See your DR. ASAP....
2006-08-04 06:58:48 · answer #1 · answered by RN In Indy 1 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Several things.
First...go see a doctor.
But to give you a heads up of what to expect, there are several things that can cause blood to appear in urine:
1.) A Sexually Transmitted Disease
2.) Kidney Stones
3.) Kidney Infection
3.) An ulcer
4.) Damage to kidneys from a punch or blunt object.
5.) Cancer
2006-08-04 10:40:06 · answer #2 · answered by Slipshade 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
significance and do not require treatment. They usually go away by themselves.
Others can be serious and require immediate treatment. Treatment depends on the underlying cause of the bleeding.
Kidney stones: For most cases of kidney stones, you will be told to drink plenty of water and other fluids and to take pain relievers.
* Most stones will pass through urinary system by themselves. In certain instances, more extensive measures may be required.
* One form of therapy, called extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, uses sound waves to crush the stones. The smaller pieces can then pass through more easily, though some pain will remain.
* Another form of therapy uses cystoscopy to find the stone in the ureter and then to grab and remove it with a small scoop.
Urinary tract infection:
* Antibiotics are usually given for 3-14 days depending on the situation.
* If there is an obvious contributing factor such as an indwelling urinary catheter, this should be addressed.
* Urinary tract infection is the second most common cause of hematuria.
Benign prostate enlargement: Sometimes eliminating certain foods and medications that irritate the prostate can help shrink the prostate. Sometimes medication is necessary.
Medications: If a medication is causing hematuria, the medication should be stopped. Do not stop a medication without talking it over with your health care provider.
Urinary tract blockage: A blockage usually requires surgery or other procedure to correct or remove the block. Injury: These may heal over time, or you may need surgery or another procedure to repair the injury or remove the damaged tissue.
If you have visible blood in your urine, do not attempt to treat yourself with home remedies. See a medical professional without delay.
If you have a urinary tract infection, you will take antibiotics for 3-14 days, depending on what part of the urinary tract is infected.
If you have kidney stones, be sure to drink plenty of liquids to help pass the stones and prevent other stones from forming. You may need to take pain relievers.
2006-08-04 10:36:17 · answer #3 · answered by SamWiseGamgee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had that 7 years ago and i freaked out and it turned out to be an infection in my kidney that was not sexually related at all. You need to see a DR. immediatley. Probably antibiotics will fix whatever it is. btw, when you say unexpectadly, I mean, do you ever really expect to see blood inyour urine?
2006-08-04 10:37:21 · answer #4 · answered by chefbrian67 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to see a doctor to find out what your blood count is. I'm not trying to scare you, but my dad has a rare blood disorder called PNH. He first found out he had it, because he started losing blood through his urine. See a doc.
2006-08-04 10:37:14 · answer #5 · answered by kelynn1985 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be a urinary tract infection, and I hope that's the case, because they're very easily treated. It could be any number of STD's as well. It's not something to ignore though, so get your butt to a doctor!
2006-08-04 10:35:51 · answer #6 · answered by Sizzlin Sicilian 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get to a doctor and fast. It could mean many things like cancer, bleeding ulcer etc. Seriously, go to the doctor
2006-08-04 10:36:19 · answer #7 · answered by irish_yankee51 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
an STD.. a urine infection (i've had a few of thoes)
thoes are likely the less severe possabilities..a dn the most likely... but go aska cdoctor. they'll likly get you to pee in that lil cup and run a few tests.. g/l
2006-08-04 10:35:44 · answer #8 · answered by joyfulpriss 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means you need to go to the doctor's. In addition to STDs it could be an issue with your bladder or kidneys.
2006-08-04 10:35:19 · answer #9 · answered by Erin S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be a lot of things. See a doctor
2006-08-04 10:53:58 · answer #10 · answered by Tifflynn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋