Although it is possible for any age person to have bladder cancer, it is far more common in the elderly. Nonetheless, any person with even microscopic blood in the urine requires three tests:
1. Urine culture and cytology to look for infection and abnormal cells
2. CT scan or MRI of the kidney and pelvis to look for kidney lesions and lymph node enlargement
3. Cystoscopy - A small camera to inspect the inside of the bladder for any abnormalities.
My ultrasound came back normal. Now Im really confused. I am scheduled to see a Urologist but cant get in til April. In the meantime my GYN wants me to do ANOTHER round of antibiotics. This seems unnecessary as I just completed a round aroud the 7th or January. Should I go to another Dr. or can blood in the urine sometimes not really have a cause?