Other Urological Conditions
Blood In The Urine
Blood in the urine, also known as hematuria, is a condition that occurs mainly due to kidney problems, infections, or injuries to internal organs. However, this blood may not necessarily come from urinary tract problems in women. It can be from the cervix, vagina, or uterus, giving an impression of hematuria.
Common Symptoms
- Chills
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Cloudy or abnormal urine color
- Foul smell in urine
- Gastrointestinal problems
- Pain in the lower back, pelvis, or intestines
- Pain while urinating
Treatment Options
Women should immediately consult their physician when they observe blood in the urine other than their menstruation days. Your physician conducts a thorough examination and medical tests to identify the root cause and treat the underlying condition. Your physician develops a personalized treatment plan to fit your need and address your state depending on your test results.
Cloudy Urine
There can be different reasons for cloudy urine in women. In most cases, it may be an indication of pus or a urinary tract infection. Your body may also use excess white blood cells to fight the condition of the urinary tract, which may give a cloudy appearance to urine.
Common Causes
- Presence of bacteria, blood cells, mucus, or phosphates in the urine
- Urinary tract infection
Treatment Options
Your doctor investigates the underlying cause of cloudy urine through tests and examinations. Depending on the diagnosis, your physician prescribes a suitable treatment, surgical or non-surgical.
Cyst
Benign urethral lesions may develop in the urethra of women. There can be several reasons for the growth of a cyst in the urethra, including pelvic breaks, infections, abscesses, injury due to medical instruments, straddle injuries, and some rare health conditions present since birth.
Common Symptoms
- Blood in the urine
- Fever
- Frequent urination
- Pain during urination
- Pain in between the hip and ribs, back or stomach on one or either side
Treatment Options
Treatment depends on the type and location of the cyst. Your physician may give medications to treat the underlying condition and deal with a lesion. At Mount Sinai, we have experienced specialists who can diagnose and treat cysts safely and effectively. We develop a personalized treatment plan to treat your particular condition.
Frequent Urination
The most common cause of frequent urination in women is urinary tract infection. This occurs when bacteria passes through the urethra and reaches your bladder. According to an estimate, 50% to 60% of women experience urinary tract infections at least once in their lives. Women have a shorter urethra, so they are more vulnerable to UTI.
Common Symptoms
- Bladder control loss
- Blood in the urine
- Burning or pain when urinating
- Chills
- Fever
- Frequent need of urination
- Nausea
- Pain in the lower abdomen
- Strong smell in urine
- Urine leakage
Treatment Options
Frequent urination treatment depends on the underlying cause. Your physician first investigates and treats the root cause of frequent urination. In case of infection, your physician prescribes antibiotic medications to treat it. Moreover, the doctor recommends pelvic retraining, behavior modifications, and lifestyle changes.
Infertility
Infertility in women means not becoming pregnant after trying for one year (or six months if a woman is older than 35 years). Females who conceive but fail to carry their pregnancy may also fall into this category. There can be different causes of female infertility, and treatments depend on the underlying cause.
Symptoms
The main symptom is an inability to conceive or inability to successfully complete a pregnancy after conception. Additionally, if your menstrual cycle is shorter than 21 days or longer than 35 days, absent or irregular menstruation can mean that your ovary is not producing eggs.
Treatment Options
Your physician may use infertility medications, artificial insemination, surgery, or assisted reproductive techniques, depending on your particular condition. In most cases, physicians use a combination of these treatments to treat infertility in women.
Kidney and Bladder Stones
Kidney and bladder stones form when crystal-like stones develop in the kidney or bladder. These stones block the urinary tract, making urination painful and difficult. Most small stones naturally pass out of the body by taking plenty of fluid; however, larger stones may need specific procedures or surgery for removal.
Common Symptoms
- Blood in the urine
- Cloudy or dark-colored urine
- Difficulty in urination
- Frequent urination
- Intense urge to urinate
- Nausea
- Pain in the lower abdomen
- Vomiting
Treatment Options
Small-sized stones generally pass out of the body within four to six weeks by taking plenty of water; however, large-sized stones need treatment, including:
- Medications
- Surgical removal
Our doctors recommend the best treatment depending on your condition and symptoms to relieve pain and eliminate stones from your kidney or bladder.
Kidney Disease
Kidney disease in women impacts the kidneys’ capability to remove toxins and excess fluid from the body. These diseases may include kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, and end-stage renal disease. The underlying cause of kidney disease is other medical conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or family history.
Common Symptoms
- Increased fatigue
- Insomnia
- Lack of concentration
- Nocturnal muscle cramping
- Poor appetite
Treatment Options
The treatment of kidney disease starts with the diagnosis of any underlying medical condition. This helps to identify the actual cause of kidney disease. Your physician develops a personalized treatment plan depending on your condition to treat kidney disease.
Kidney Infection
Kidney infection in women is a urinary tract infection that starts in the bladder or urethra and reaches one or both kidneys. It needs immediate medical attention; otherwise, it can damage kidneys.
Common Symptoms
- Abdominal pain
- Backside pain
- Chills
- Fever
- Foul smell in urine
- Frequent urination
- Hematuria
- Nausea and vomiting
- Pain or burning when urinating
- Urge to urinate
Treatment Options
- IV antibiotics in case of severe infection
- Medications
- Surgery
At Mount Sinai, our expert urologists thoroughly examine your condition through advanced technology, testing, and their specialized expertise. Depending on the diagnosis, we develop a customized treatment plan.
Microhematuria
Asymptomatic microhematuria is a common condition in women. There can be different causes of microhematuria or blood in the urine. It can be due to urinary infection, kidney disease or trauma, kidney cancer, bladder or kidney stones, cancer of the urinary tract lining, or menstruation.
Common Symptoms
In most cases, there are no symptoms associated with microhematuria except blood in the urine. Sometimes, the patient may feel a burning sensation or pain when urinating or have a more frequent urge to urinate.
Treatment Options
Your physician performs detailed tests and examinations to identify the underlying cause of microhematuria and give personalized treatment.