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Blood in the urine is always a concern. It should be taken seriously. Your doctor will want to determine the cause. Bleeding can be due to: It could also be a sign of certain rare conditions outside the urinary system. Blood in urine may appear pink, bright red, or smoky brown. The timing when one sees blood during the urine stream may give a clue to the source. If it appears at the start and clears during the stream, the source may be lower down, in the penis or urethra (the tube from the bladder to the outside). If it appears at the end of the stream, bleeding may be from the bladder neck or (in men) the prostate area. If it appears throughout the stream, the source may be the bladder, kidneys, or the tubes connecting them. Certain red foods like beets or blackberries may give the urine a reddish tint. This should only last for a day or so after eating these foods. A few medications may turn the urine reddish. If you have started a new medication, and notice a color change in your urine, call your pharmacist to see if that is normal. If the redness persists and cannot be explained by food or medication, consult your healthcare provider promptly. Your kidneys and urinary tract filter your blood and are essential to good health.
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