Haematuria (Blood in Urine)

Seeing blood in your urine can be quite a stressful experience, especially when it’s accompanied by pain and discomfort. Even though the appearance of blood in your urine (haematuria) may be caused by a minor condition it is never normal and it can be a symptom of a serious underlying problem, such as kidney or bladder cancer. Therefore, it’s important to be seen by a doctor as soon as possible to prevent any significant damage to your health. 

Here, at Midland Health, we offer a private haematuria testing, diagnosis and treatment service, provided by an expert Urology Surgeon with decades of experience in the field. Our healthcare team will conduct all necessary investigations in our state-of-the-art clinic Edgbaston, at the heart of Birmingham, to pinpoint the cause of the bleeding in your urine and construct an efficient treatment plan to alleviate all unpleasant symptoms that you may be experiencing. 

You can book an appointment within days and without a referral so you can receive world-class medical care without any delay. 

Types and Symptoms of Haematuria

There are two types of haematuria: macroscopic (visible to the naked eye) or microscopic (detectable only under a microscope). 

The main symptoms of macroscopic haematuria include blood in the urine. It can vary from mild pink colour to crimson red, depending on the amount of blood present. You may also experience pain or discomfort during urination. Microscopic haematuria has no visible symptoms, so it’s generally detected during regular blood testing.

Common Causes of Haematuria

Bleeding in the urine can have two types of causes: urological and non-urological. Determining what has caused the haematuria allows our experts to create an effective treatment plan for you.

Urological Causes

The urological causes of haematuria include a number of conditions, such as: 

• Urinary tract infections - inflammation or irritation of the urinary tract caused by bacteria
• Kidney stones - salt and mineral hard deposits that can form in your kidneys resulting in severe pain and discomfort
• Bladder cancer - a life-threatening condition caused by a malignant tumour formed in the bladder 

Non-Urological Causes

The non-urological causes of the appearance of blood in the urine can include: 

• Medication - blood thinners, antibiotics penicillin, certain cancer medications, etc 
• Systemic medical conditions (i.e. lupus) 
• Sexual activity 
• Strenuous exercise
• Age-related non-visible haematuria - appearing in people aged over 60, usually, paired with high white cell count or painful urination (dysuria)

Haematuria Testing 

There are many different reasons for the appearance of blood in the urine, so here, at Midland Health, we carry out all the necessary diagnostics to find what has caused your haematuria and build a suitable treatment plan. 

At our urology clinic in Edgbaston, you will be examined by experienced specialists. Our Consultant Urologist will conduct a physical exam and discuss your medical history before ordering any additional tests and exams. 

Some of the haematuria diagnostic methods we can use as part of the investigation include:

• Urine Test - a sample of your urine is tested in our laboratory to find out if there are any signs of infection or cancer cells
• Blood Tests - a blood test can give us information about the function of your kidneys, a full blood count, as well as the levels of the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in your blood
• Imaging tests - we use ultrasound, MRI and CT scans to detect abnormalities in your bladder, ureter and kidneys
• Flexible Cystoscopy - this procedure includes a telescopic camera being passed down the water pipe of the bladder as part of a routine bladder examination. A local anaesthetic gel is used to reduce any discomfort during the exam 

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Why Us 

Seeing blood in your urine can be distressing so the medical team at Midland Health will ensure that you feel comfortable and assured throughout the entire testing and treatment process. Our patient-first approach to healthcare means that we place your needs before all and we are committed to providing the highest quality service as quickly as possible. 

By coming to Midland Health, you will benefit from:

• Diagnosis and treatment by an experienced urological surgeon
• Appointments are available within days
• No need for a referral 
• Remarkable patient-first care 
• Modern private clinic and laboratory with excellent facilities 
• Convenient Edgbaston location

Finding Our Private Clinic in Birmingham 

All testing and treatment for haematuria and its underlying causes is done by the expert team at Midland Health in our private clinic in Edgbaston, Birmingham. We are conveniently located within a 5-minute walking distance from:

• By train: Five Ways Station
• By bus: Highfield Road Bus Stop

Our Edgbaston clinic also offers convenient parking facilities. 

Contact Us

Blood in your urine? Find out what has caused the haematuria by scheduling an appointment with a specialist today. Simply contact Midland Health on 0121 769 0999 or email us at hello@midlandhealth.co.uk. 

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