Bladder infections that are treated properly rarely lead to complications. Left untreated, however, that can have serious complications. A bladder infection that isn’t treated can lead to a kidney infection. Kidney infections can do permanent damage to your kidneys. Older adults and young children are at a much greater risk of kidney damage from a bladder infection. This is because their symptoms are often mistaken for other health concerns. Blood in the urine is usually resolved with treatment of the bladder infection. The blood cells can not normally be seen without a microscope. If blood cells are present after treatment, it can indicate another health concern and may be referred to a specialist to diagnose the problem. Our specialists can help at UCare Urgent Care. For more information about treatment options available or to make an appointment with our specialist at UCare Urgent Care, please call us or schedule an appointment through our website. We hope to hear from you soon! We serve patients from El Paso TX, Horizon City TX, Lee Trevino Drive TX, Fort Bliss TX, Mission Valley TX, Resler Canyon TX, Alfalfa TX, Montwood TX, and BEYOND.