hematuria evaluation in Houston, TX
blood in Urine: Symptoms, Causes, & When to See a Doctor
When You See Blood, Don’t Ignore It
Seeing blood in your urine can be scary when you see it. Hematuria has many causes, so the time to seek medical attention is the first time it happens. Don’t ignore even a small amount of blood. It could be something quite minor—or not.
Whether it’s gross hematuria with visible blood, or microscopic hematuria, only hematuria evaluation can discover the issue and the ways to address it.
Treatment Details
Treatment type
Nonsurgical scan, ultrasound, x-ray, cystoscopy
Treatment frequency
1 full examination
Treatment time
30 to 60 minutes
Downtime
No downtime from the evaluative/testing procedures
What It Treats
Assessment of symptoms
Full evaluation of possible hematuria causes
How It Works
Step 1
First, contact ChristiMD Medical Group for an initial consultation.
We'll talk with you openly and honestly, asking and answering any and all questions. For the confirmed presence of hematuria, we'll schedule a full examination. You may also be recommended to us by your primary care doctor if microscopic hematuria is discovered.
Step 2
During your appointment, Dr. Christi looks at imaging of the kidneys with either a CT scan or a renal ultrasound.
Next, an abdominal x-ray of the kidneys, ureters and bladder (KUB) is performed, as well as a kidney ultrasound or CT scan. The final part of the evaluation is a scope of the bladder, called a cystoscopy.
Step 3
A follow-up consultation will provide treatment options, depending on your testing results.
If a urinary tract infection causes the Hematuria, antibiotics may be prescribed. If Dr. Christi finds a kidney stone, laser therapy or shock wave therapy may be recommended. If the issue requires surgery, you options will be discussed in full.
Benefits of a Hematuria Evaluation in Houston
When you see blood in your urine, something may be wrong. Hematuria evaluation at ChristMD Medical Group not only determines the cause and treatment options—it gives you peace of mind. The worst thing you can do is ignore the signs. Instead, move toward better health with a hematuria evaluation.
Real results
Results of Hematuria Evaluation
After a hematuria evaluation at ChristiMD Medical Group, you’ll know quickly whether the issue is something minor and easily treated, or requires more vigorous treatment.
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About ChristiMD Medical Group
ChristiMD Medical Group provides a trustworthy and welcoming space for men and women alike, offering the most advanced medical treatments available under one roof. Dr. Christi is double board certified in urology and urogynecology, with over 26 years of experience.
We’ve helped thousands of patients across Texas experience positive, life-changing results. Better doctor. Better techniques. Better results.
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Request a consultation to meet with our team and explore treatments to best address your unique concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
For gross hematuria, your urine will look red, pink, or brown in color. If you have microscopic hematuria, it won’t be visible to the naked eye. However, your primary care physician might see it under a microscope as part of other tests.
The most frequent cause of blood in the urine is a urinary tract infection (UTI), such as pyelonephritis (kidney infection, and cystitis (bladder infection).
Other causes can include:
- Benign tumors
- Kidney stones
- Prostatitis
- Polycistic kidney disease
- Cancer
- Vigorous exercise/sexual activity
- Injury
Though the condition causing the hematuria may be painful—such as kidney stones—the presence of blood in your urine is itself not painful.