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[[File:Pyuria.JPG|thumb|Pyuria]] | {{Infobox medical condition | ||
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'''Pyuria''' is a condition that involves the presence of pus in the urine, indicating a urinary tract infection. It is typically characterized by a high number of white blood cells (leukocytes) in the urine. | | image = [[File:Pyuria.JPG|left|thumb|Pyuria as seen in a urine sample]] | ||
| caption = White blood cells in urine indicating pyuria | |||
| field = [[Nephrology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Cloudy urine]], [[foul-smelling urine]], [[dysuria]] | |||
| complications = [[Urinary tract infection]], [[kidney infection]] | |||
| onset = Sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Varies depending on cause | |||
| causes = [[Bacterial infection]], [[viral infection]], [[fungal infection]], [[interstitial cystitis]], [[kidney stones]] | |||
| risks = [[Female gender]], [[urinary catheterization]], [[diabetes mellitus]], [[immunosuppression]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Urinalysis]], [[urine culture]] | |||
| differential = [[Hematuria]], [[bacteriuria]], [[proteinuria]] | |||
| prevention = Good [[hygiene]], adequate [[hydration]], proper [[catheter care]] | |||
| treatment = Depends on underlying cause; may include [[antibiotics]], [[antifungals]], or [[antivirals]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
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'''Pyuria''' is a condition that involves the presence of pus in the urine, indicating a urinary tract infection. It is typically characterized by a high number of white blood cells (leukocytes) in the urine. | |||
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== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
[[Pyuria]] can be caused by many conditions, most commonly [[urinary tract infection]] (UTI). Other causes can include [[kidney stones]], [[tuberculosis]], or [[sexually transmitted diseases]] such as [[gonorrhea]] or [[chlamydia]]. | [[Pyuria]] can be caused by many conditions, most commonly [[urinary tract infection]] (UTI). Other causes can include [[kidney stones]], [[tuberculosis]], or [[sexually transmitted diseases]] such as [[gonorrhea]] or [[chlamydia]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Symptoms of pyuria can include cloudy or strong-smelling urine, a frequent urge to urinate, and discomfort during urination. In some cases, pyuria can occur without any symptoms, a condition known as asymptomatic pyuria. | Symptoms of pyuria can include cloudy or strong-smelling urine, a frequent urge to urinate, and discomfort during urination. In some cases, pyuria can occur without any symptoms, a condition known as asymptomatic pyuria. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of pyuria is typically made through a [[urinalysis]], a test that examines the content of the urine. A high number of white blood cells in the urine is indicative of pyuria. Further tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the pyuria. | Diagnosis of pyuria is typically made through a [[urinalysis]], a test that examines the content of the urine. A high number of white blood cells in the urine is indicative of pyuria. Further tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the pyuria. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for pyuria depends on the underlying cause. If a [[urinary tract infection]] is the cause, antibiotics are typically prescribed. For other causes, treatment may involve addressing the underlying condition, such as removing kidney stones or treating the sexually transmitted disease. | Treatment for pyuria depends on the underlying cause. If a [[urinary tract infection]] is the cause, antibiotics are typically prescribed. For other causes, treatment may involve addressing the underlying condition, such as removing kidney stones or treating the sexually transmitted disease. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Urinary tract infection]] | * [[Urinary tract infection]] | ||
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* [[Gonorrhea]] | * [[Gonorrhea]] | ||
* [[Chlamydia]] | * [[Chlamydia]] | ||
[[Category:Urological conditions]] | [[Category:Urological conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs: Urinary system]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs: Urinary system]] | ||
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| Pyuria | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Cloudy urine, foul-smelling urine, dysuria |
| Complications | Urinary tract infection, kidney infection |
| Onset | Sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Varies depending on cause |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Bacterial infection, viral infection, fungal infection, interstitial cystitis, kidney stones |
| Risks | Female gender, urinary catheterization, diabetes mellitus, immunosuppression |
| Diagnosis | Urinalysis, urine culture |
| Differential diagnosis | Hematuria, bacteriuria, proteinuria |
| Prevention | Good hygiene, adequate hydration, proper catheter care |
| Treatment | Depends on underlying cause; may include antibiotics, antifungals, or antivirals |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Pyuria is a condition that involves the presence of pus in the urine, indicating a urinary tract infection. It is typically characterized by a high number of white blood cells (leukocytes) in the urine.
Causes
Pyuria can be caused by many conditions, most commonly urinary tract infection (UTI). Other causes can include kidney stones, tuberculosis, or sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea or chlamydia.
Symptoms
Symptoms of pyuria can include cloudy or strong-smelling urine, a frequent urge to urinate, and discomfort during urination. In some cases, pyuria can occur without any symptoms, a condition known as asymptomatic pyuria.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of pyuria is typically made through a urinalysis, a test that examines the content of the urine. A high number of white blood cells in the urine is indicative of pyuria. Further tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the pyuria.
Treatment
Treatment for pyuria depends on the underlying cause. If a urinary tract infection is the cause, antibiotics are typically prescribed. For other causes, treatment may involve addressing the underlying condition, such as removing kidney stones or treating the sexually transmitted disease.
