Urine - bloody: when to get help

1. 1

   Is any of this happening now?

   Call 911

   Go to an emergency department if you cannot pass urine, especially if you are passing clots or your lower abdomen feels painfully full.

   Emergency care is also appropriate for heavy ongoing bleeding, fainting, marked weakness, or blood in the urine after a major injury.

   And for anyone, someone who:

   • is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
   Other emergency signs, for anyone

   • Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
   • Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
   • Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
   • Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
   • Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
   • Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
   • Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
   Yes, one of theseNo, none of these
2. 2

   Is any of this happening?

   Be seen today

   Arrange a prompt medical appointment for any visible blood in your urine, even if it happened once or has stopped.

   Seek same-day medical care if bloody urine occurs with:

   • Fever, chills, vomiting, or feeling significantly unwell
   • Severe pain in your side, back, abdomen, or groin
   • Burning urination with worsening pain or frequent urges
   • Pregnancy or a weakened immune system
   Yes, one of theseNo, none of these
3. 3

   Does any of this apply?

   Book an appointment

   You should also book follow-up if a urine test found blood that cannot be explained by menstruation, recent strenuous exercise, or a temporary infection.

   Yes, one of theseNo, none of these

Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Urine - bloody. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.