What does it mean when you pee wipe and there is a little blood?
There are a few possible reasons why you might see a little blood when you pee and wipe. Some of these reasons are not serious and will go away on their own, while others may be more serious and require medical attention.
Common causes of blood in the urine (hematuria)
* Urinary tract infection (UTI). A UTI is a bacterial infection that can occur anywhere in the urinary tract, including the kidneys, bladder, and urethra. UTIs are more common in women than in men. Symptoms of a UTI include pain or burning with urination, frequent urination, and cloudy or bloody urine.
* Menstrual cycle. It is not uncommon to see a little blood in the urine during your menstrual period. This is because the cervix is dilated during menstruation, which can allow a small amount of blood to enter the urethra and mix with urine.
* Kidney stones. Kidney stones are hard mineral deposits that can form in the kidneys. When kidney stones pass through the urinary tract, they can cause pain, bleeding, and urinary tract infections.
* Enlarged prostate. An enlarged prostate is a condition in which the prostate gland, which is located just below the bladder in men, becomes larger than normal. An enlarged prostate can block the flow of urine from the bladder, which can cause pain, bleeding, and urinary tract infections.
* Bladder cancer. Bladder cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the cells of the bladder. Bladder cancer is more common in men than in women. Symptoms of bladder cancer include blood in the urine, pain or burning with urination, and frequent urination.
Less common causes of blood in the urine
* Medications. Some medications, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and warfarin, can cause blood in the urine.
* Trauma. Trauma to the kidneys, bladder, or urethra can cause blood in the urine.
* Kidney disease. Kidney disease can cause damage to the kidneys, which can lead to bleeding.
* Cancer. Cancer of the kidneys, bladder, or prostate can cause blood in the urine.
When to see a doctor
It is important to see a doctor if you see blood in your urine, especially if you have any other symptoms, such as pain or burning with urination, frequent urination, or cloudy or foul-smelling urine. Your doctor will be able to determine the cause of the blood in your urine and recommend the appropriate treatment.