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    Also known as: Also known as, hematuria

    Presence of red blood cells in the urine.

    Common Causes

    Blood in urine is not always related to an underlying condition. It may be caused by:

    • Trauma on the urinary tract
    • Exercise- induced hematuria
    • Sexual activity
    • Medications such as aspirin
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    Treatment

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    See a doctor if you notice:
    • Blood in urine
    See a doctor immediately if you notice:
    • Large amounts of blood in urine
    • Painful blood in urine (infection and stones), severe abdominal pain (kidney stones)
    Self-treatment: Self- care steps that may be helpful in some less- serious cases:
    • Stop vigorous exercises
    • Consult a doctor and withdraw the medication if it is medication induced
    • Avoid vigorous sexual activity
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    Specialist

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    Urologist: Specializes in the urinary tract disease.

    Nephrologist: Specializes in the kidney diseases and its functions.

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