What causes high levels of epithelial cells?
Disease description:
When I went to the hospital for a urinary system checkup, the doctor told me that the level of epithelial cells in my body was high. I would like to ask the doctor, what causes elevated epithelial cell levels?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Elevated epithelial cells typically refer to a count of epithelial cells exceeding the normal range during clinical examinations, such as urine or vaginal discharge tests. This may be caused by the following factors:
1. Inflammatory response: Infections such as urinary tract infections, vaginitis, or inflammation near epithelial tissues can stimulate increased shedding of epithelial cells.
2. Physical irritation: Sexual activity, or the use of certain hygiene products or chemicals, may lead to increased local shedding of epithelial cells.
3. Glomerular diseases: Certain kidney conditions, such as nephritis, may cause an increased count of epithelial cells in the urine.
4. Urinary tract stones or tumors: These conditions may cause shedding of epithelial cells, which are then excreted in the urine.
5. Physiological changes: Hormonal fluctuations during menstruation or pregnancy in women may lead to an increase in vaginal epithelial cells.
