Hematuria (blood in the urine) when related to sports and physical activity is benign and self-limiting. This is typically such a small amount that it is only detected when doing a urinalysis. In relation to sports, an increase in blood in the urine might be present from activity or from a physical blow, such as to the kidney region. A gross hematuria is when there is a visible presence of blood in the urine.
Signs and Symptoms
- asymptomatic usually
- dysuria (painful urination)
- in contact sports, a direct blow to the kidney to the kidney region
Management
- if asymptomatic and found during routine testing, it needs to be reviewed by a physician
- rest for 1-3 days and re-test for resolution
- if symptomatic, further evaluation should be done
Prevention
- no preventative techniques
