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What Causes Blood In Urine?

Good Evening....i have had blood in my urine for sometime now. It is strange, as it is not on a constant basis, could be a couple of weeks in between times of the occurrence. I am wondering if there is a tare somewhere and it s like a jar, it fills up, drains, and does not happen again for a period of time. My doctor keeps giving me antibiotics for a bladder infection, but, I am concerned that this could be more serious. I am a woman of 72 yrs. so there should not be blood present. I would appreciate your guidance and professional advice. Thank you.
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Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.

your doctor may be right if urinary infection is confirmed by urinoculture.
In most cases this is sign of uroinfection or kidneys stones. This is mainly self limiting and doesnt require any specific treatment and you should just be patient and have fluids to promote urination. Less likely it may indicate possible bleeding in urethra, bladder or kidneys from popped vessel or some other cause. IF this continues you should do urine analysis, urinoculture and kidneys ultrasound to rule these main causes out. You should drink raspberry tea and plenty of water till you do tests. Also, avoid sexual intercourse and have keep good hygiene. You should reduce salt in your diet as well since this could lead to increased risk of urinary stone formation.
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.

Wishing you good health.
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What Causes Blood In Urine?

Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. your doctor may be right if urinary infection is confirmed by urinoculture. In most cases this is sign of uroinfection or kidneys stones. This is mainly self limiting and doesnt require any specific treatment and you should just be patient and have fluids to promote urination. Less likely it may indicate possible bleeding in urethra, bladder or kidneys from popped vessel or some other cause. IF this continues you should do urine analysis, urinoculture and kidneys ultrasound to rule these main causes out. You should drink raspberry tea and plenty of water till you do tests. Also, avoid sexual intercourse and have keep good hygiene. You should reduce salt in your diet as well since this could lead to increased risk of urinary stone formation. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health.