blood in urine Archives - Kambiz Tajkarimi, MD

April 26, 2018

Got Blood In Your Urine?

Many men, women, and children are told by their primary care physician of incidental finding of blood in the urine (hematuria) in routine laboratory examinations. Now, is this cause for concern? What is a proper way to address it? Presence of blood cells in the urine of more than five red blood cells per high power field in formal urine […]

September 23, 2017

Is a Loss of Sex Drive Normal for Older Men?

As men age they may notice their sex drive decreases. This is a totally normal phenomenon and should not be cause for concern unless there are extreme circumstances. If you suspect a declining sex drive is unusual in anyway, it’s important to discuss your concerns with a doctor. In certain cases, a decreasing sex drive can be an indication of […]

September 23, 2017

Urinary Incontinence Solutions for Women

Urinary incontinence is often thought of as an issue that only affects males, but in reality many women struggle to navigate life with this condition. In this day and age there are a vast array of products available to help women manage their urinary incontinence effectively. Here are a few products to consider: Washable Underwear: Brands like ProtechDry have created […]

August 3, 2017

Blood in the urine

Presence of blood in the urine more than 5 RBC per high power field in formal urine analysis (UA) is not normal. However, in majority of patients, this is due to benign conditions, such as urinary tract infection, kidney stones, prostate enlargement, inflammation, or due to certain non-cancerous kidney conditions. Patients on blood thinners are specially at higher risk of […]