Discovering traces of blood in the urine, even if invisible to the naked eye, can be alarming. In medicine, this phenomenon is called microscopic hematuria when blood cells are detected only through laboratory tests, or macroscopic hematuria when the urine appears pink, red, or brown. But what does it really mean, and when should you see a doctor?
The presence of blood in the urine, medically called hematuria, is a sign that often worries those who notice it. Sometimes it is visible to the naked eye, while other times it is discovered only through a routine urine test. In any case, it should never be underestimated.
Leukocyte esterase is a parameter commonly reported in urinalysis. Its positivity indicates the presence of leukocytes in the urine, which may reflect an inflammatory or infectious process involving the urinary tract.
Burning during urination is one of the most common and bothersome urinary symptoms. It can appear suddenly, be mild or intense, occasional or persistent. In any case, it is a signal our body is sending us and one that deserves attention.
The testicles are essential organs for male health: they produce sperm and hormones such as testosterone. For this reason, any change affecting them should never be ignored. Many testicular alterations are benign, but some require prompt specialist evaluation.
Burning and pain when urinating are common symptoms that may suggest a urinary tract infection.
But when these symptoms are accompanied by fever, chills, frequent and urgent need to urinate, pain in the lower abdomen or in the area between the anus and the genitals, it may be a case of acute prostatitis.
Asymptomatic or mildly symptomatic scrotal swelling is a common clinical manifestation of a hydrocele — a collection of serous fluid within the vaginalis space surrounding the testicle.
In most cases, a hydrocele presents as a painless, slowly developing increase in scrotal volume, often noticed casually by the patient or during a routine medical...
Testicular discomfort caused by varicocele is generally dull but persistent, often described as a sensation of discomfort, heaviness, or burning in the scrotal area.
Unlike other forms of sudden, sharp pain (such as in testicular torsion), varicocele-related pain tends to develop gradually and worsen under certain conditions.
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is often perceived as a taboo topic. Many men keep it hidden for months or even years, hoping it will "go away on its own," while frustration, guilt, and emotional distance within the couple gradually grow.
The reality is different: erectile dysfunction is not just a sexual problem. It's a signal from the body, an...
Varicocele is a common condition in adolescents, often little known but capable of affecting testicular development and future fertility. In this post, I explain why it is important to recognize and diagnose it early, and what treatment options are available. Taking care of your health from a young age is essential to live the present and future at...
