Finding blood in the urine indicates some severe underlying condition that must not be ignored. If you notice traces of blood when you pass urine, simply consulting a general physician (GP) will not help you get to the root of the problem. While antibiotics prescribed by a GP can temporarily stop blood from passing through urine, they will not solve the underlying issue. This could be an indication of malignancy of a bladder tumour.
Watch Dr. Subramanyam Kolanukuduru, one of the Best Urologists in Hyderabad, share his expertise on the matter. He has over 27 years of experience in the field and is available on Apollo 24|7.
Consult Dr. Subramanyam Kolanukuduru in the clinic at Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
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Dr. Subramanyam Kolanukuduru (MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Urology), DNB (Urology), FRCS) is also a transplant surgeon in Hyderabad at Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hill. With almost three decades of experience in the medical field and expertise in Urology and kidney transplant surgeries, he offers the best possible treatment for kidney or bladder tumours. Watch his introduction from 00:16.
Quick fact check
Q1:What does blood in the urine mean?
A1: Finding blood in the urine is an indication of some severe underlying disease or infection, according to reputed urologist Dr. Subramanyam Kolanukuduru. This is especially risky for patients between the age of 40 and 60. It is recommended to consult a specialist in this case instead of a general physician, as antibiotics will only provide temporary relief and not solve the underlying issue.
Q2: Is blood in the urine a severe problem?
A2: According to Dr. Subramanyam Kolanukuduru, one of the best urologists in Hyderabad, blood in the urine is an indication of severe infection. This could be a bladder infection, a tumour in the kidney or bladder, abnormal RBC morphology, or IgA nephropathy. So, it is recommended to get diagnosed by the best transplant surgeon in Hyderabad through a thorough screening.
Q3: What causes blood in the urine?
A3: According to Dr. Subramanyam Kolanukuduru, various factors can cause blood in the urine. For instance, a lump in the abdomen, a tumour in the kidney or bladder, and redness at the tip of the urine pipe can all cause this. However, the most common reason for blood in the urine is a malignant tumour in the kidney or bladder, especially in older patients.
Q4: What to do if noticing blood in the urine?
A4: Dr. Subramanyam Kolanukuduru recommends immediately consulting a reputed urologist in Hyderabad when blood in the urine is noticed. Only through proper diagnosis can the reason be detected. An ultrasound, a CT scan, a kidney biopsy, a urine test, or a phase contrast microscopy can help detect the problem.
Q5: What is IgA nephropathy?
A5: IgA nephropathy, also known as Berger's disease, is a kidney disease in which the antibody IgA builds up in the kidneys. This can result in inflammation in the kidney area resulting in blood in the urine.
Q6: How does phase contrast microscopy diagnose blood in the urine?
A6: Phase contrast microscopy is an examination of red blood cells. This is a routine clinical practice done to check dysmorphic and isomorphic red blood cells. When blood is found in urine, this test can confirm the causes.
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