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Hematuria

Blood in the urine is called hematuria which can be either gross or microscopic. Urine appears pink, red, or cola-colored and is generally not painful. Urinary tract infections, pyelonephritis, renal stones, prostate enlargement, glomerulonephritis, tumors of the renal system, sickle cell anemia, renal injury, medications, or strenuous exercise is responsible for causing hematuria.

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Why are my urine protein and blood levels fluctuating?

Query: Hi doctor, I was diagnosed with early IgA nephropathy, about five years ago, and I am on medication. Protein and blood are present in the urine, and their levels have varied over time, ranging from traces to ++. My recent urine analysis showed protein (+), erythrocytes (++), RBC (8-10 /HPF), creatin...  Read Full »


Dr. Krishna Somani

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. To correctly answer your questions, I need to know the following. I suggest you get a 24-hour urine for protein done. This will tell you the degree of kidney damage. Revert with more information to a nephrologist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-on...  Read Full »

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