Finding blood in your urine can be alarming - however it is not typically a sign of a life-threatening condition, and it always deserves proper investigation. Seen within days at 4 private London hospitals. No GP referral needed.
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142 verified reviewsBlood in urine (haematuria) can come from the kidneys, bladder, ureters or urethra. The common causes are urinary infections, kidney or bladder stones and prostate enlargement - and because it can occasionally signal something more serious, it should always be investigated by a urologist.
Blood you can see - urine appears pink, red, brownish or tea-coloured. This should prompt prompt medical evaluation.
Blood only detectable through laboratory testing - it often goes unnoticed without a urine test, however it deserves the same investigation.
Blood clots blocking your flow, being unable to pass urine at all (a medical emergency), fever and chills, or severe persistent pain in your back, sides or lower abdomen.
Urinary tract infections cause inflammation and bleeding, with pain and frequent urination. Kidney infections add back pain, fever and chills.
Kidney and bladder stones can cause bleeding and significant pain as they move or irritate the bladder wall.
In men, an enlarged prostate can press on the bladder and urethra, leading to blood in the urine and urinary symptoms.
Bladder or kidney cancer, and painful bladder syndrome. Some foods and medications can also discolour urine and mimic haematuria.
Call, book online or send an enquiry - most patients are seen within a few days. No GP referral needed.
Consultation, urine testing and any scans or cystoscopy you need - arranged promptly at the same hospital group.
Your results explained in plain English, with the right treatment for whatever is found - from antibiotics to stone removal.
Mr Ghei is a consultant urological surgeon with a specialist focus on prostate diagnosis and treatment. He holds a Research MD from University College London and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons.
In his NHS role he is Cancer Lead and Academic Lead at Whittington Hospital London - one of a small number of consultant urologists in the UK to hold both positions. Every private patient is cared for by Mr Ghei personally, from first appointment through to any treatment that follows.
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