Urinary Tract Infection
Blood in the urine is formed from a collection of red blood cells. In medical terms, this is coined hematuria. Depending on the cause or condition, the amount of blood can be very slight or very heavy. In some situations, it can only be found during a test for some other condition. In this case, it is called microscopic occurrence. One condition that can cause it is a urinary tract infection which takes place when bacteria backs up in the bladder or kidneys.
Blockage
Over the course of time, the kidneys and other areas of the urinary tract can get victimized by stones, tumors or inflammation that leads to a narrowing of the opening. Kidney stones are little deposits of chemicals that form and lead to pain and discomfort. They are generally made up of calcium, phosphate and oxalate. When they end up getting deposited in the kidneys, it can lead to blood in the urine.
Medications
Prescription medications can work well to alleviate the symptoms of existing illnesses and conditions, but they can also cause harmful side effects such as blood in the urine. Some of these medications include quinine, rifampin, warfarin, aspirin and phenytoin.
Diseases
There are various diseases that can also lead to blood in the urine. Diabetes is a condition that is known for affecting the release of insulin from the pancreas. But it can also affect the capillaries in the kidneys that are responsible for filtering blood. Sickle cell anemia is a condition where there is a shortage of red blood cells in the body. Lastly, an enlarged prostate can also lead to blood in the urine. This is generally seen in men over 50 and it can also be accompanied with frequent and painful urination.
