Jogger's Haematuria Flashcards
1
Q
how does running cause haematuria?
A
vasoconstriction of renal vessels leads to hypoxic damage to nephrons
constriction of efferent arteriole increases filtration pressure and permeability so RBC escape into filtrate
2
Q
how long does this take to disappear?
A
7 days
3
Q
other odd causes of haematuria
A
blood thinners clotting disorders foods (beetroot) myoglobin (rhabdomyolysis, McArdle and Bywaters syndrome) drugs (senna, rifampicin) toxins (lead, mercury) gynaecological
4
Q
signs of communication between bladder and bowel
A
pneumaturia
faecaluria
abdominal and loin pain
