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Answered by Dr. Gupta Aman Manoharlal

What are the causes of blood in urine?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. A bladder infection (cystitis), stones and overdose of Coumadin (Warfarin), all three can be the likely reason for your bleeding. In case of any such bleeding, an ultrasound is a must. I prefer to start with a short course of antibiotics (mostly Nitrofurantoin and Cipro or Levofloxacin are given) for five days, depending on sensitivity patterns. Blood clotting parameters need to be checked to see if you are overdosing on Coumadin.

December 19, 2025

Is bent penis a normal variation?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. A downward bent of the penis is an absolutely normal variation and is present in 15 to 30 percent of men. It will be a problem only when it is extremely bent and difficult to penetrate. Pain in the penis can be because of anxiety. If it has been since a long time, then there are chances of it being a cause of urethritis or some scarring in the musculature of penis known as Peyronie's disease.

August 7, 2025

Would the surgery to correct undescended testicle cause any side effect?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest that surgical correction should be done to bring it down as low as possible. Reason being, it permits self palpation of testis for early detection of any tumor. Frequent ultrasound is not feasible or practical to think of. Self palpation can be done every day.

July 16, 2025

What causes blood in urine and frequent urination?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Burning during urination and blood in the urine (hematuria) could be due to an underlying condition such as a kidney or ureteral stone. Stones can also cause back pain, particularly in the lumbosacral (L5-S1) region, if the stone obstructs or irritates the urinary tract. Since males are less prone to urinary infections compared to females, it is important to identify any underlying cause.

December 31, 2024

Is an upset stomach with semi-solid stool considered normal?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sometimes urine symptoms can happen whenever there is an altered stool pattern. If there is any problem in stool passage, it may reflect as a burning sensation or frequency of urine as the nerve supply to both areas is the same. In case there is no fever, and the stomach is still upset, you can start with a probiotic like Econorm sachet (Saccharomyces boulardii) twice a day for three days. If symptoms persist beyond two to three days, then get a urine routine test, an ultrasound KUB (kidney, ureter, and bladder), and revert.

May 9, 2024

Can premature ejaculation cause prostatitis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. First and foremost thing do not panic. That is the most damaging thing in your problems. Prostatitis generally does not cause premature ejaculation. Sometimes premature ejaculation can develop in case the frequency of intercourse is not much or because of stress.

April 16, 2024

What is the reason for on and off urinary infection?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I assume that your reports have all been normal. If not, then please forward it to me. The problem is not imaginary. Such symptoms are a part of chronic pelvic pain syndrome.

January 17, 2024

Kindly suggest ointment for balanitis.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, you need to get blood tests for sexually transmitted diseases like VDRL (venereal disease research laboratory), HIV and HSV (herpes simplex virus), as the act may cause herpes simplex or syphilis. I would start with a combination of antibiotics like Doxycycline and antiviral pills like Valacyclovir. However, in your place, you need to get in touch with your general physician to undergo the necessary tests. Ointments alone will not be sufficient for treatment.

January 11, 2024

Please advise regarding my wife's inflation and painful defecation.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Looks like anal fissure, which means cuts in the skin lining of the anus. It generally happens due to constipation. This leads to pain while passing stools. Many times piles are associated with this condition and it leads to bleeding and swelling in the perianal area.

January 10, 2024

Is it normal to get blood in urine before getting periods?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Endometriosis is not so common. Although you have a pattern of bleeding which goes in favor of bladder endometriosis. First thing which needs to be ruled out is a stone disease. Get an NCCT KUB done which will confirm or rule out stone disease.

December 1, 2023

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