A 41-year-old member asked:
Do you bleed inside the bladder when you have a urinary tract infection?
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Dr. Tarek Naguibanswered
Nephrology and Dialysis 42 years experience
Yes, varying degrees: If you see urine under the microscope, you will see red blood cells. Although gross blood in urine occurs, hemorrhagic cystitis, it is uncommon.
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Dr. Richard Sarleanswered
Urology 24 years experience
Uti: Infections in bladder often result in blood in urine.
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Last updated Jul 5, 2012
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