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Worm In Urine
On 8/2/05 I had bleeding in my urine which was very frightening.
The next day my urine was of a rusty color and seem to be better on 8/4/05. I called the clinic and they set me up for a urine test, which I gave that day. In the process of giving the specimen something dropped into the cup. When the lab looked at it they said it was a 4 inch worm. It got sent to a lab in California and was too dehydrated when it got there, so they said it could not be identified. So therefore my Dr. said she can't treat me unless she knows what kind of worm it is. I would like to add that I live in the state of Massachusetts and have never been out of my country in my whole life. My urinalysis was negative with a slight trace of blood and a stool test was also negative for parasites. I gave another specimen on 8/12/05, but don't know the results as of yet. My question is how could I have contracted this kind of worm? I am very stressed over this and imagining all sorts of things. Your expertise would be gratefully appreciated
The next day my urine was of a rusty color and seem to be better on 8/4/05. I called the clinic and they set me up for a urine test, which I gave that day. In the process of giving the specimen something dropped into the cup. When the lab looked at it they said it was a 4 inch worm. It got sent to a lab in California and was too dehydrated when it got there, so they said it could not be identified. So therefore my Dr. said she can't treat me unless she knows what kind of worm it is. I would like to add that I live in the state of Massachusetts and have never been out of my country in my whole life. My urinalysis was negative with a slight trace of blood and a stool test was also negative for parasites. I gave another specimen on 8/12/05, but don't know the results as of yet. My question is how could I have contracted this kind of worm? I am very stressed over this and imagining all sorts of things. Your expertise would be gratefully appreciated
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MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
There are several parasites that can infect the urine.
Trichomoniasis is a parasite that is an STD that can rarely infect the bladder. However, seeing an actual worm from this is unlikely.
Schistosomiasis, an infection caused by a type of worm called a fluke, can affect the kidneys, ureters, and bladder.
Filariasis, a threadworm infection, can also be possible.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
http://www.straightfromthedoc.com
Trichomoniasis is a parasite that is an STD that can rarely infect the bladder. However, seeing an actual worm from this is unlikely.
Schistosomiasis, an infection caused by a type of worm called a fluke, can affect the kidneys, ureters, and bladder.
Filariasis, a threadworm infection, can also be possible.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
http://www.straightfromthedoc.com
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