hematurie
Hematuria refers to the presence of red blood cells in the urine. It can be visible to the naked eye, termed gross hematuria, or only detectable through microscopic examination, known as microscopic hematuria. The appearance of blood in urine can range from pink to red to cola-colored, depending on the amount of blood present. While often alarming, hematuria is not always indicative of a serious underlying condition.
Several factors can cause hematuria. Common causes include urinary tract infections (UTIs), kidney stones, and strenuous
More serious causes of hematuria can include kidney disease, such as glomerulonephritis, which affects the filtering