Question 1

white blood cells on cervix and in urine?

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White blood cells: The presence of wbcs in these areas suggests the presence of inflammation, but not necessarily the cause.

Question 2

meaning of a lot of white blood cells in the urine?

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Infection: A lot of white cells in the urine usually means an infection.  The infection could be in the urine - a bladder infection - or the cells could be coming from the vagina - which would mean a cervical or vaginal infection.  With a bladder infection there is pain with voiding and voiding frequently.  With a vaginal infection - itch, irritation, discharge or odor, and often pain.  Check and treat this.

Question 3

what does it mean if there are white blood cells in my urine?

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White blood cells: White blood cells are not normally found in the urine. Leukocytes/wbcs indicate that inflammatory/infectious process is occurring, especially if rbcs are not present to support the idea of whole blood in the urine. Lab findings must be taken in a clinical context; we need to know what symptoms, issues, or other info available if any to help evaluate.

Question 4

what can it mean having white blood cells in your urine and how should i deal?

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White cells in Urine: White cells in urine mean inflammation some where in the urinary system. Most commonly it is due to infection, starting from the outer genital area all the way upto the kidneys. Besides infection, other causes of inflammation like stones, anywhere in the urinary system can also cause WBC's in urine. The best thing is to repeat the test after good hydration and persue it with your treating doctor.

Question 5

what are reasons for white blood cells in urine?

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Infection: White cells (leucocytes) are the bodies way to fight infection.  White cells in the urine are due to infection somewhere in the urinary tract.  The infection could be in the urethra, bladder or kidney.  In males the sexual delivery system could also be infected.  Hopefully the specimen containing the white cells was collected properly and if so it could be analyzed for bacterial growth.

Question 6

can you see white blood cells in urine?

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Yes and no: As single cells, the naked eye would not be able to see individual white blood cells. So if there is just a small amount you could not rely on just looking at urine and know with certainty. However, in large groups as pus, white blood cells and other materials can be seen in this way. So large amounts would be more obvious, just like looking at pus around a wound.

Question 7

what does white blood cells in urine mean?

Accepted Answer

Leukocytes = WBCs: White blood cells in the urine indicate that an inflammatory or immune system reaction is taking place. Without more information, in terms of other urine or laboratory markers, symptoms, etc. That is about all one can say with regard to this.

Question 8

what is the cause of white blood cells in urine?

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Usually infection: Urinary infection is commonest cause of white blood cells in urine. Non-infectious causes include drug reaction, and crystals in urine.

Question 9

should i be concerned about white blood cells in urine?

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Ask your doctor: Can be a sign of infection so see your doctor and get checked.

Question 10

please explain what does white blood cells in urine mean?

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White cells in urine: WBC's in urine mean inflammation anywhere in the urine collecting system, starting from the outer part of genitals  all the way up to the kidneys. Usualy infection is the frequest cause, but other causes of inflammation like stones, dehydration may cause white cells to show in urine. Get your urine retested after hydration fo further treatmetn options.

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