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What causes red blood cells to come in urine?

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Many causes: Bladder or kidney infection, kidney or bladder stone; interstitial cystitis; various kidney diseases (usually associated with protein in urine); cancer of bladder, kidney, prostste or urethra; benign microscoic hematuria. Should always be checked out.

Answered 5/22/2013

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