4) Blood in your urine
Blood in your urine, otherwise known as hematuria, is a symptom that can be caused by various conditions but is most commonly associated with kidney stones. When these stones pass through the urinary tract, they can cause inflammation and irritation, resulting in bleeding. In some cases, a person can experience hematuria without having any other symptoms, but in other cases, it may be accompanied by pain in the lower back, side, or abdomen, nausea, and frequent urge to urinate.
The mechanism of hematuria caused by kidney stones is often due to the direct contact between the stone and the walls of the urinary tract and the impact of the stone on the tissue of the urinary tract. This can cause small tears or abrasions to the tissue, resulting in bleeding. The deposits are hard and can cause tiny scratches to the walls of the urinary tract, which can even infect, causing secondary urinary infections.
Hematuria can also be a sign of more severe conditions, so it is important to seek medical attention if you experience any signs of blood in your urine. Your doctor can perform tests to diagnose the underlying cause and will determine the best course of treatment depending on the cause.