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Is Blood In Urine A Cause For Concern?

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Posted on Mon, 7 Sep 2015
Question: Should I be worried if it shows 4-5 red blood cells in my urine?
Should I follow up with my doctor, or should I go to a urologist?
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Answered by Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (44 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
blood in urine is not normal.

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXX and welcome to HCM.
As an Urologist, let me alert you, that blood in urine is not normal.
See an Urologist, who will examine you.
There're many causes of blood n urine, like infection, stones, prostate gland changes, growths anywhere in urinary system, from kidney to bladder, to external opening of the urinary tube.
So do an urine culture test, blood urea, creatinine, sugar, PSA, and an ultrasound scan of abdomen.
According to the reports, the Urologist will be able to advise you, regarding further treatment.
Drink 8-10 glasses fluids daily.
Wish you a speedy recovery.
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Is Blood In Urine A Cause For Concern?

Brief Answer: blood in urine is not normal. Detailed Answer: Hello XXXXX and welcome to HCM. As an Urologist, let me alert you, that blood in urine is not normal. See an Urologist, who will examine you. There're many causes of blood n urine, like infection, stones, prostate gland changes, growths anywhere in urinary system, from kidney to bladder, to external opening of the urinary tube. So do an urine culture test, blood urea, creatinine, sugar, PSA, and an ultrasound scan of abdomen. According to the reports, the Urologist will be able to advise you, regarding further treatment. Drink 8-10 glasses fluids daily. Wish you a speedy recovery.