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Treatment For Hematuria
Prevention
To prevent hematuria related to strenuous exercise, switch to a less-intense exercise program. In general, you can help to prevent other forms of hematuria by following a lifestyle that fosters a healthy urinary tract:
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Stay well hydrated. Drink about eight glasses of fluid daily (more during hot weather).
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Avoid smoking cigarettes, which are linked to urinary tract cancers.
Treatment
The treatment of hematuria depends on its cause. In general, people with...
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