Red blood cells, which have as their main function the movement of oxygen throughout the body, are red blood cells. In the urine of a child, the norm of the presence of these cells is 0-2 units in all fields of vision.
In general, all red blood cells are divided into unchanged (in other words, fresh) and altered (leached). Fresh red blood cells in urine in children are in the form of yellowish-green discs. They contain hemoglobin, and they are found in slightly acidic, alkaline, neutral urine. Leached red blood cells in the urine of children are in the form of colorless rings, they can be wrinkled (in urine with a high density) or enlarged (in urine with a low density). These cells do not contain hemoglobin, they are found in acidic urine.
Elevated red blood cells in the urine of a child
This condition is called hematuria. Sometimes, the fact that red blood cells in urine exceed standard values can be noticed even visually, since urine acquires a brown or red hue. In this case, we can talk about macrohematuria, that is, a strong concentration of red blood cells in the biological fluid. If these cells in urine are present in an amount of more than 2 units, but this can be detected only by microscopic examination of excrement, microhematuria is diagnosed. In general,
elevated red blood cells in the urine of children indicate the presence of inflammation in the organs of the genitourinary system,
kidney diseases
, tuberculosis, gastrointestinal tract disorders, pneumonia and other ailments. In addition, excess concentration in urine of red blood cells may occur due to strong physical activity. However, this phenomenon is short-term, therefore, when the test is repeated, red blood cells in the urine of children can already be within normal limits. In young children, hematuria may result from a cold or respiratory tract infection. In boys, an excess of the norm of red blood cells in urine can be associated with phimosis, in such a situation, a consultation with a urologist will not hinder.
How to reduce red
blood cells in urine
If hematuria is detected, doctors should direct their efforts to identifying the causes of this condition and treating the underlying pathology. For this, the necessary diagnostic measures are performed. If the red blood cells in the urine of children are elevated due to kidney disease, the doctor will recommend a certain kidney diet, prescribe anti-inflammatory medications and, if necessary, antibacterial and diuretic drugs. To reduce the burden on the kidneys, you should drink less fluid. If the cause of hematuria lies in the pathology of the urinary tract, the treatment will consist of antimicrobial instillations or antibiotics. Regardless of what triggered an increase in the number of red blood cells in the urine, consult your doctor about dieting. Perhaps the doctor will advise you to reduce the consumption of acidic and salty foods, to reduce the formation of salts in the body, or give other recommendations.