Hematuria is a medical condition that occurs when gross or microscopic blood appears in the urine, the toilet, or a urinalysis. It's not always an emergency, but it does require an evaluation to ensure the proper treatment.
At Metro Renal Associates, our team of three experienced nephrologists offers various treatments for bloody urine. Whether you're living with kidney stones, kidney cancer, or kidney failure, our team provides expert treatments to improve your health.
Blood in the urine, or hematuria, is a scary yet prevalent problem among both men and women. It's not always a serious problem, but it usually warrants a doctor's visit.
Hematuria often occurs when something is going on in the genitourinary tract. Some of the common causes of hematuria include the following:
Sickle cell anemia is another inherited medical condition that may cause blood in the urine. Kidney disease, specifically glomerulonephritis, also causes microscopic blood in urine.
You should seek treatment whenever you notice blood in your urine, even if you don't have other symptoms. Although a small amount in the toilet isn't a medical emergency, seeing a doctor is crucial to rule out serious causes.
Bleeding doesn't just happen for no reason; there's always an underlying cause for hematuria. It could be that you hit the gym too hard or suffered a blow to the kidney area, causing mild bleeding.
However, if you see a lot of blood in the toilet that continues, it could be a more significant issue that requires immediate care. It's essential to have an evaluation for any hematuria to get the treatment your body needs.
Without treatment, hematuria can lead to serious complications. Even if it's due to a mild medical issue, that problem can worsen without proper care and treatment.
The most significant complications of hematuria include kidney damage or failure, anemia, and severe infections. It could also worsen cancer or make it harder for us to treat as it spreads without treatment.
Anemia is a serious complication that occurs when blood doesn't contain enough red blood cells. This is a problem because the red blood cells carry oxygen to all the body's tissues. Anemia can lead to full-body issues that affect every aspect of life.
It is crucial to seek treatment from our team as early as possible to avoid complications. Call Metro Renal Associates in Washington, D.C., and Capitol Heights, Maryland, today to discuss hematuria treatment, or use our convenient online booking tool to request a consultation.
