Microhematuria
Microhematuria
Microhematuria (pronounced: mi-kro-he-ma-tu-ria), also known as Microscopic Hematuria, is a medical condition characterized by the presence of small amounts of blood in the urine that can only be detected under a microscope. The term is derived from the Greek words "micros" meaning small, "haima" meaning blood, and "ouron" meaning urine.
Causes
Microhematuria can be caused by a variety of conditions, including:
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): These are infections that occur anywhere along the urinary tract, which includes the kidneys, bladder, and urethra.
- Kidney Stones: These are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys.
- Bladder Stones: These are hard masses of minerals in your bladder.
- Kidney Disease: This includes conditions that damage your kidneys and decrease their ability to function properly.
- Cancer: This includes cancers of the urinary tract, such as bladder cancer and kidney cancer.
Symptoms
Microhematuria itself does not usually cause symptoms. However, the underlying conditions causing microhematuria may cause symptoms such as:
- Pain during urination
- Frequent Urination
- Urgency to Urinate
- Abdominal Pain
Diagnosis
Microhematuria is usually detected during a routine Urinalysis, a test that measures the content of urine. Further diagnostic tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the microhematuria.
Treatment
Treatment for microhematuria depends on the underlying cause. This may include antibiotics for urinary tract infections, medication or surgery for kidney or bladder stones, and treatment for kidney disease or cancer.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Microhematuria
- Wikipedia's article - Microhematuria
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