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How to treat 1+ occult blood in urine

May 16, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Xinju
Introduction
In general, a urine occult blood result of 1+ indicates the presence of red blood cells in the urine, which may be caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia, cystitis, urinary tract stones, among other reasons. Additionally, conditions such as glomerulonephritis and urinary system tumors may also lead to this finding. Patients experiencing physical discomfort should seek medical attention promptly. Maintaining healthy lifestyle habits and avoiding strenuous exercise and alcohol consumption can help prevent the occurrence of occult blood in urine.

In general, a urine occult blood result of 1+ indicates the presence of red blood cells in the urine, which may be caused by conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia, cystitis, or urinary tract stones. Targeted treatment is recommended, as detailed below:

1. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Poor lifestyle habits may trigger benign prostatic hyperplasia, leading to increased prostate secretions. These secretions may contain blood components, resulting in red blood cells appearing in the urine. This condition can cause complications and affect the patient's quality of life. Patients should follow medical advice and use medications such as terazosin hydrochloride tablets or prostatyl tablets.

2. Cystitis

Cystitis is caused by bacterial infection. When the bladder is inflamed, the number of white blood cells in the urine increases, which may disrupt and impair the normal breakdown and excretion of red blood cells, leading to the presence of red blood cells and pus cells in the urine. Patients should follow medical advice and use medications such as methobromine atropine tablets or sodium bicarbonate injection for treatment.

3. Urinary Tract Stones

Urinary tract stones are more common in men. During stone formation, red blood cells may be damaged and dissolved, accompanied by local inflammatory reactions and kidney injury, potentially causing red blood cells and pus cells to appear in the urine, along with symptoms such as painful urination. If the stones are small, increasing fluid intake and physical activity may help expel them. For larger stones, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy should be performed under medical guidance.

Besides the above, other conditions such as glomerulonephritis and urological tumors may also cause this finding. Patients experiencing physical discomfort should seek timely medical attention. Maintaining healthy lifestyle habits and avoiding strenuous exercise and alcohol consumption can help prevent the occurrence of occult blood in urine.


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