Anyone older than 40 years should also be evaluated for the presence of kidney, bladder, and prostate cancer, because these diseases become more frequent as people age. It is also important to realize that several conditions may exist at the same time. There are many causes of blood in the urine. Some are serious. Cancers Trauma Kidney stones Infections Obstructions of the urinary tract.
Many medications can result in hematuria.
Antibiotics Analgesics such as aspirin Anticoagulants Others are less severe and may require no treatment. Chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and sickle cell anemia also can cause blood in the urine. Even strenuous exercise can result in hematuria. Those who have kidney stones will complain of flank, back, or lower abdominal pain that may radiate to the groin area. Nausea and vomiting also may be present, but fever usually is absent.