Clinical Definition Hematuria, or blood in the urine, indicates that red blood cells are present. Even if you cannot see blood, you might have microscopic blood in your urine. Normally, the kidneys prevent blood from entering urine, but blood coming from the kidneys or other parts of the urinary tract (ureters, bladder, prostate, urethra) can…
Hemorrhoids
Clinical Definition Hemorrhoids are dilated vascular structures under the rectal mucosa. Hemorrhoids may develop outside of the external anal sphincter or inside the anal canal. They are often due to increased pressure on the anorectal area. Increased pressure may be due to constipation and straining during bowel movements. In Our Own Words Very common among…