Epistemis

Hematuria

Specialty: Nephrology and urology.

  • blood in urine
  • bloody urine

Why it occurs

  • Urinary tract infection
  • Lithiasis
  • Urological neoplasia
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Anticoagulation

Initial workup

Urinary sediment and urine culture; cytology, ultrasound and cystoscopy if macroscopic without infection.

red flags

Painless macroscopic hematuria (especially smokers >40 years) → rule out urothelial tumor.

Standard management

  • Treat the cause — according to etiology

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousHematospermia
Area
Nephrology and urology
Listed causes
5
Treatment options
1
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