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What Causes WBCs In Urine?
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Sun, 28 Dec 2014
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Sun, 28 Dec 2014
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Question : I have WBCs in the urine. There is no sign of blood and the culture was neg. What can cause this?
Brief Answer:
How much wbc?
Detailed Answer:
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Wbcs or pus in the urine doesn't really equate to infection or UTI. What's important is that your urine culture came out negative.
How much wbc was found in your urine? do you have trouble urinating?
Wbc in the urine in the absence of infection is what we term sterile pyuria. There are numerous conditions that can cause this like prostate problems, kidney disorders, or any form of inflammation.
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How much wbc?
Detailed Answer:
Good Day and thank you for being with Healthcare Magic!
Wbcs or pus in the urine doesn't really equate to infection or UTI. What's important is that your urine culture came out negative.
How much wbc was found in your urine? do you have trouble urinating?
Wbc in the urine in the absence of infection is what we term sterile pyuria. There are numerous conditions that can cause this like prostate problems, kidney disorders, or any form of inflammation.
I hope I have succeeded in providing the information you were looking for. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications at: http://www.HealthcareMagic.com/doctors/dr-manuel-c-see-iv/66014 I would gladly help you. Best wishes
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