Question:
I had
a caesarian about fifteen months ago.
Recently,
when I go and use the restroom to pee and I go to clean there is a
little bit of blood like if I am going to start my period, but its
not time yet and I don't take any kind of birth control.
I keep
cleaning and then its clear and it only happens when I pee.
But my
urine is clear of blood .
Should
I be concern or should I go see my doc?
Maggie
Answer:
Dear
Maggie,
It may
be an urinary tract infection, a bladder infection, a kidney infection
or injury to the kidney.
You should
go to see your doc.
A lot
of people develop some serious and very unpleasant health problem
after a caesarean section (cesarean section), or c-section .
There
are several possible side effects of this type of delivery such as
urinary stress incontinence, bowel incontinence, sexual dissatisfaction,
experiencing some brownish discharge, and uterine prolepses (sagging
of the uterus).
Soon
after caesarean section some people start to experience problems while
they urinate.
Urine
samples will tell you if you have a kidney infection.
Bladder
damage can occur during c-section. People with bladder problems who
do not have bacteria in their urine or show negative test results
for urinary tract infections, they might consider seeing an urologist
- one who specializes in interstitial cystitis.
There
are many women who claim that having a c-section, brings on IC and
aggravates their bladder.
IC is
frequently misdiagnosed or undetected in women. An urologist who specializes
in IC or pelvic disorders can make a diagnosis and prescribe meds
to alleviate bladder problems, give advice on a restricted diet or
suggest pelvic exercises.
