Blood in Urine After Surgery: What to Know & When to Worry
Hematuria (blood in urine) after surgery is not normal and requires medical evaluation. While it can sometimes be a transient, self-limiting issue (e.g., minor trauma from catheterization), it may also indicate serious complications such as:
- Urinary tract injury
- Bladder or kidney stones
- Infection
- Bleeding disorders
- Tumor recurrence (in cancer surgery)
Severity ranges from benign to life-threatening. Contact your surgeon or healthcare provider immediately if you notice blood in your urine postoperatively. Do not assume it will resolve on its own.
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