AboutMargot RN BScN CGN Expertise I am willing to try and answer any questions I receive. I do not usually do Homework questions but I am happy to assist people studying Nursing or any other Medical profession if I can.
Experience
Past/Present clients Hundreds of Long Term Care residents and Community Clients.
Experience in the area 20 years of Long Term Care and Community Nursing, specialising in Geriatrics, Gerontology and PalliativeCare.
Education/Credentials Registered Nurse , Certified Gerontological Nurse, Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Question Occasionally about once every 3 months I notice blood in my urine. I lasts for just one episode usually. I have no pain or discompfort. 63 year old male, diabetic..Drugs taken are metformin2500mg day, glipizide,atenolol,and pravastatin.
Thanks
Answer Hi Harry and thanks for writing,
As you may be aware, 2/3 of men over 60 suffer from prostate issues at some time in their lives and blood in the urine is a common sign of an enlarged prostate. Most prostate issues can be easily treated and a good percentage are benign, but you do need to be assessed by a qualified physician to rule out the more dangerous prostate cancer so I advise you should make an appointment for a check-up this week to be safe.
