Blood in urine can be an indication of a number of possible conditions. The following list of symptoms will help to narrow down the cause.
Symptoms
- Bloody urine
- Cloudy or foul smelling urine
- Fever
- Irritability
- Pain when urinating
- Loss of appetite
- Pain in the abdomen, pelvic area, under the ribs, or in the lower back
Likely Cause Urinary Tract Infection
Symptoms
- Bloody or foamy urine that is light brown to bright red
- Infrequent urination
- Swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, legs, or around the eyes
- Difficulty breathing (Seek medical attention immediately)
- Vomiting
- Back, side, or groin pain
- Headache
Likely Cause Glomerulonephritis
Symptoms
- Bloody urine
- Frequent painful urination
- Vomiting
- Back, side, or groin pain
Likely Cause Kidney Stone
Symptoms
- Bloody urine while taking antibiotic, blood thinners, sulfa drugs, cancer treatment drugs
Likely Cause Medication
Symptoms
- Blood in urine after recovering from an infection such as strep throat or a cold.
Likely Cause Immune reaction after infection