Hematuria in a child – Blood in the urine of the child
Description of hematuria in a child
Hematuria is the presence of blood in urine. Usually, urine does not contain any blood. There are two kinds of hematuria:
- Microscopic hematuria – Urine contains a very small amount of blood. It can not be seen with the naked eye;
- Makrogematuriâ – urine is red or the color of tea.
The reasons for the presence of blood in the urine of the child
Hematuria can cause many conditions:
- Vigorous movement;
- Injuries to the abdomen, clean, internal organs and urinary tract;
- Disorders, that affect the urinary tract (eg, infection, vezykoureteralnыy reflux, blocking or anomalies, tumor);
- Cancer (eg, renal or Bladder);
- Kidney disease;
- Stones in the kidneys;
- Blood clotting (eg, hemophilia);
- Certain congenital diseases (eg, multicystic kidney disease);
- Some medications.
Sometimes the exact cause of hematuria can not be found.
The risk factors of blood in the urine the child
Risk factors include:
- Urinary tract infections;
- Recent upper respiratory tract infection;
- A family history of kidney disease;
- Trauma;
- Drugs (eg, some antibiotics or painkillers);
- Radiation therapy pelvic (for treating cancer).
Symptoms of hematuria in a child
In some cases, hematuria, except for bleeding may be other symptoms, which will depend on the underlying disease, which is the cause of hematuria. For Example, If the cause is a urinary tract infection, the child may urinate more often and feel a burning sensation during urination.
When to see a doctor?
If you see blood in the urine of the child, you need to call a doctor.
Diagnosis of haematuria in a child
The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history of the child, and perform a physical examination. Tests may include:
- Analysis of urine, to confirm the presence of blood and protein found, bacteria, or cancer cells in urine;
- Blood tests, to check kidney function and to identify disorders, causing hematuria;
- Roentgen – test, which uses X-rays, to take pictures of structures inside the body;
- US – examination, which uses sound waves to create an image on the monitor of the kidneys and urinary tract;
- CT scan – type of X-ray, which uses a computer to produce images of the kidneys and urinary tract;
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRT) – test, which uses powerful magnets and radio waves to take pictures of the kidneys and urinary tract;
- Cystoscopy – through the urethra into the bladder inserted a thin tube, allowing you to view it from the inside;
- Biopsy pochki (rarely) – a small sample of kidney tissue is removed for testing.
Treatment for hematuria in a child
Treatment will depend on the causes of hematuria. Some cases do not require treatment. Other disorders can be treated with medication. For Example, urinary tract infection is treated with antibiotics. In some cases, eg, when blockage of the urinary tract, You may need surgery.
Preventing the child hematuria
Treatment of the underlying disease to prevent further development of hematuria.
