Prompt evaluation of blood in the urine by urologist Dr. Anand Utture — to find the cause early, whether it is an infection, a stone, the prostate or something more serious.
Blood in the urine (hematuria) can be visible, turning urine pink, red or cola-coloured, or microscopic and found only on a urine test. It should always be evaluated by a urologist, even if it happens once and is painless, because causes range from infections and stones to prostate enlargement and, less commonly, bladder or kidney cancer.
Urinary infections, kidney or bladder stones, enlarged prostate, vigorous exercise, some medicines
Bladder, kidney and prostate cancer, especially in smokers and people over 40
Urine tests, ultrasound or CT urography, and cystoscopy to look inside the bladder
Urine analysis, culture and urine cytology to look for infection and abnormal cells.
Ultrasound or CT urography to examine the kidneys, ureters and bladder.
A short look inside the bladder with a thin telescope, often done as a day procedure.
Treatment is planned once the cause is found, from antibiotics or stone removal to prostate or cancer care.
Painless blood in the urine is one of the most common early signs of bladder cancer, and it can come and go. Stopping by itself does not mean the problem has gone away.
Early evaluation often finds a simple, treatable cause and gives peace of mind, while serious conditions are caught at a stage when they are easier to treat. Consultations at Lilavati Hospital (Bandra West), S.L. Raheja Hospital (Mahim West) and P.D. Hinduja Khar Facility (Khar West).
Not always. Infections and stones are common causes, but blood in urine should always be evaluated because it can also be an early sign of bladder or kidney cancer.
Usually urine tests, an ultrasound or CT urography, and often a cystoscopy. Your urologist will decide which tests you need based on your age and risk factors.
Flexible cystoscopy is usually done under local anaesthetic gel and takes a few minutes. Most people feel only mild discomfort.
Dr. Anand Utture evaluates hematuria at Lilavati Hospital (Bandra West), S.L. Raheja Hospital (Mahim West) and P.D. Hinduja Khar Facility (Khar West).
Get it checked early — book a consultation with Dr. Anand Utture, Head of Urology, S.L. Raheja Hospital
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