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Hematuria

AMBULATORY CARE:

Hematuria

is blood in your urine. Your urine may be bright red to dark brown.

Common symptoms you might have with hematuria include the following:

• Fever
• Nausea and vomiting
• Pain or bruising on your lower back or sides
• Pain when you urinate
• More urination than usual, or the need to urinate right away

Seek care immediately if:

• You have blood in your urine after a new injury, such as a fall.
• You are urinating very small amounts or not at all.
• You feel like you cannot empty your bladder.
• You have severe back or side pain that does not go away with treatment.

Contact your healthcare provider if:

• You have a fever that gets worse or does not go away with treatment.
• You cannot keep liquids or medicines down.
• Your urine gets darker, even after you drink extra liquids.
• You have questions or concerns about your condition, treatment, or care.

Treatment for hematuria

depends on the cause of your hematuria. Treatment may not be needed. You may need medicines to treat an infection. Ask your healthcare provider for more information about the treatment you may need.

Drink liquids as directed:

You may need to drink extra liquids to help flush the blood from your body through your urine. Water is the best liquid to drink. Ask how much liquid to drink each day and which liquids are best for you.

Follow up with your healthcare provider as directed:

Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.