All my urine tests showed blood in it and my hair is falling out in clumps now, is this a kidney problem? (Photos)

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Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

Blood in the urine comes from many causes not just kidney problems. Some of the reasons are serious and some are not. You need an evaluation. Some of the causes of blood in the urine cause hair loss, but most don’t. You need to see a physician.

Sara Wasserbauer, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

A full evaluation by your physician is needed to determine cause of blood in your urine.  Underlying illness and stress on your body can definitely contribute to hair loss.  But a diagnosis needs to be made and full evaluation to determine all the factors involved in your hair loss, in order to then treat it. Good luck!

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

You and your doctor need to get to the bottom of your bloody urine and get generalized blood tests to establish a diagnosis first for foremost

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