I have booked a doctors appointment but it is not until the 27th dec and i am very neurotic about getting ill and i have been ever since my dad died 12 years ago so i appreciate if someone could help me out
Thanx in advance
2006-12-22 07:51:49 · 25 answers · asked by lozzi_pop22 4 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Bladder infection, most likely. Is there pain when you urinate? Could be kidney stones, as well.
2006-12-22 07:54:06 · answer #1 · answered by cbecker72 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Some good answers on here and some downright odd ones. Gall bladder?!! Seriously?!!!, LOL. Forgive the pun, but that is taking the p.
You did not mention how you know you have blood in your urine (haematuria - note the 'I'). Is it macroscopic i.e. you can see it yourself, or is it microscopic - you get a positive result when peeing on a stick? Is it painless or painful?
The differential diagnosis is long, but most commonly the cause is treatable without invasive procedures. Others have quite rightly mentioned the likelihood of a lower or upper urinary tract infection. These can sometimes be symptomless, but if occuring regularly will still need investigating. Have you been swimming anywhere recently where there is a risk of parasitic infection? Renal calculi (kidney stones) are another cause, but often they cause haematuria only after they enter the ureter which is when they are painful. Tumours of one sort or another are a possibility, but are much less likely than other causes.
My take on this would be that unless you have macroscopic haematuria (i.e. you can see that you are losing a lot of blood, possibly with some clots in the urine) or you have other symptoms consistent with infection you can safely wait until the 27th to be seen. Enjoy your Christmas and relax in the knowledge that you are more likely to have a holiday related DIY injury than something sinister.
2006-12-22 09:00:08 · answer #2 · answered by shark m 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The most likely cause of blood in urine is a urinary tract infection which can be helped by drinking plenty of fluids to ensure you clear out your bladder, ensure you don't wait too long to go to the loo. If you are having pain and it is getting worse, you can always call the out of hours doctor or if you have a minor injuries or walk in centre near you try those instead of waiting, in which the problem could get worse. Best sort it now.
2006-12-22 12:26:52 · answer #3 · answered by PETER S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not a DOC....but...I know you must be anxious. As it is in your urine...the most obvious would be a urinary infection. Until you have your appointment I would suggest drinking water and avoiding alcohol. I really can't say more than that. Keep calm until the 27th !!
Being neurotic will just work against you...
be well and have a good Christmas!!
2006-12-22 07:56:24 · answer #4 · answered by minitheminx65 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
is there a burning sensation as well, it sounds like cystitis, a common complaint which usually means you have a burning sensation and need the loo a lot, but it can take a few days for it to come to that the blood can often be the first thing you see. Also some times thrush can be a consideration esp if you have been itching etc. Remember the blood may be coming from the outside not inside, check for small cuts etc. but dont worry too much as small traces are usually very simple to treat esp if it is cystitis
2006-12-22 07:54:55 · answer #5 · answered by suzie1968uk 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
heamaturea- is the medical for term for blood in the urine. Your doctor will most likely refer you to a urology lab at the hospital as it could be any number of things. possiblty an inflamation of the bladder, kidney problems, or it could be nothing. I would advise you to go to your nearest A&E, as this problem could worsen and cause a Urinary tract infection. If you are able to walk then at this time of year I'd drive yourself or get a taxi- It's probably not serious enough to warrent an ambulance, but will need treating sooner rather than later
2006-12-22 07:58:55 · answer #6 · answered by Martin K 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You probably have a UTI (urinary tract infection)...and a very serious one if visible blood is present in your urine. If you deal with boughts of highly localized pain along your side or "inside" your lower abdomen, it could be an infection caused by kidney stones. Either way, a prolonged systemic treatment with antibiotics is your best course for recovery.
2006-12-25 09:58:02 · answer #7 · answered by Jackson Leslie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be a bladder infection... most likely. It could also be something called Interstitial Cystitis. IC is sort of like ulcers in your bladder. The lining of the bladder wall is irritated. It can cause bleeding and some painful symptoms similar to that of a bladder infection.
Good luck at the doctor.
2006-12-22 09:10:56 · answer #8 · answered by Jinx 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is many stuff...it will be a urinary tract an infection or some type of ordinary an infection, regardless of the indisputable fact that it also will be something like maximum cancers or different disease. bypass decrease back for your physician quickly! Blood in urine isn't solid both way.
2016-10-16 21:13:10 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't understand why people are telling you or suggesting to you what the problem is. These people don't know and have no way to know. You're going to glom on to the most serious sounding thing and become frightened about it. The chances are that it's minor so please don't worry yourself into an early grave. Increase your water intake and expect to give a urine sample on the day of your appointment. In the meantime, please try not to obsess over it. Enjoy your Christmas, my friend.
2006-12-22 08:00:23 · answer #10 · answered by TweetyBird 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Kidney infection, but then you would have other symptoms and pain to go with it. This may sound silly but, are you sure its in your urine. if you are that worried and cant wait till 27th, get yourself to A&E
2006-12-22 07:55:15 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋