Bleeding . . . Warning TMI

[limewave]

I think I'm falling apart because I've had weird medical symptoms lately. Here's the latest:

I went for a 6.5 mile run today. I took it easy, did some walk/jogging, I didn't feel it was too strenuous, but its still a high mileage for me.

Right afterwards I urgently had to use the restroom. And then again, about two more times. There was some pinkish color, so I assumed I started my period--even though its two weeks early. So I used a tampon.

Two hours later, I've bled through. Which didn't surprise me because my abdomen was uncomfortable. However, the tampon was clean. So it's not coming from there.

Calling doctor in the AM. This one is making me a little nervous.

[Zen]

You might should go to the ER.

[blackhillsbiker]

Get to a doctor ASAP. Unexplained bleeding is never good. I hope you're feeling better soon!

Deb

[tctrek]

I agree with Zen. I don't think you should wait until morning. That's scary.

[KnottedYet]

ER! RIGHT NOW!

If I had your phone number, I'd be calling you and telling you this!

Don't drive yourself. If you have no-one to drive you, call an ambulance.

[kelownagirl]

I had rectal bleeding after a few long runs last summer. Had to go for a colonoscopy (or was it a sigmoidoscopy?, can't remember). Anyway, luckily my doctor was a marathoner. They found nothing and he concluded I was fine and that it sometimes happened with runners.

I think it's a good idea for you to get it checked out but I want you to know that you shouldn't worry at this point. Please email or DM me if you want more info.


I think I'm falling apart because I've had weird medical symptoms lately. Here's the latest:

I went for a 6.5 mile run today. I took it easy, did some walk/jogging, I didn't feel it was too strenuous, but its still a high mileage for me.

Right afterwards I urgently had to use the restroom. And then again, about two more times. There was some pinkish color, so I assumed I started my period--even though its two weeks early. So I used a tampon.

Two hours later, I've bled through. Which didn't surprise me because my abdomen was uncomfortable. However, the tampon was clean. So it's not coming from there.

Calling doctor in the AM. This one is making me a little nervous.

[zoom-zoom]

While running does cause very minor blood loss from the intestines (and broken capillaries in one's feet--things that can contribute to anemia in runners), I have been running for almost 4 years...trained for and run 3 marathons. I've never had noticeable rectal bleeding. Girl, please get into the ER ASAP! Bleeding (especially with abdominal discomfort) should always be taken seriously, even if it ends up being benign.

[kelownagirl]

And just I wasn't clear, I *do* agree you should get it checked out.

[WindingRoad]

Darling please let us know you are OK, that's just a bit scary.

[shootingstar]

Limewave, did you use extra effort to go to the washroom? That also can cause bleeding... like it did for me. It was confirmed after seeing dr.

Anyway let us know afterwards.

Your vision problems solved that you had earlier?

[crazycanuck]

Limewave...sure hope you can get yourself to a medical centre ASAP! Do keep us informed k..

[limewave]

I'm waiting to hear back from the nurse at the dr's office. If she doesn't get back with me in 15 minutes, I'm on my way to the hospital.

No real changes overnight. Still "leaking" blood, it's coming from the "urethral" opening. But my urine is clear. I have some abdominal pain and lower back pain. Will update when I know more.

Figures this would happen, we're supposed to leave on first family vacation in 3 years tomorrow :(

[Blueberry]

(((((limewave))))))

That's scary. Here's hoping it's something that's simple to resolve and you can enjoy your vacation - sounds like it's overdue!!

[KnottedYet]

The unexplained vision loss is why I was worried about you driving yourself to the ER. I hope you have someone to drive you to the doctor, too.

Please keep us updated.

ETA: the adrenaline/stress issues, the vision issues, the pain in the kidneys, and the persistant (it's been more than 12 hours, right?) bleeding from the kidneys could all be related. Your doctor already knows all the problems you've been having lately, but if you go to the ER they won't be familiar with your history. Please be sure to tell them EVERYTHING that's been going on lately, even if you don't think it's related.

[OakLeaf]

(((((((Limewave)))))))

Hang in there. Sending healing thoughts.

[bluejellybean]

thinking of you!!

[limewave]

Well, the medi-center thinks I have Kidney Stones. Yay me.

Tomorrow I had a routine appt. scheduled with my regular doctor, I can talk about it more with her then. She has my complete medical history and is good at looking at the "whole" picture.

[Biciclista]

ouch!! get better soon.

[Zen]

I don't think I've ever heard of a woman getting kidney stones (http://kidney.niddk.nih.gov/Kudiseases/pubs/stonesadults/). Aren't you special? ;)

Like Mimi said, ouch.

[martinkap]

It is a good sign that your actual urine is clear ! This means that your kidneys work fine and there is rather mechanical problem/cut/bleeding area.

It does sound like a relatively comon problem called 'Jogger's hematuria'. Google it. It is a case when an empty bladder's walls can rub up against each other and cause capillaries to break. Many marathoners have the condition after races. Also, bicyclists can get it because of "impacts" to "that" area.

However, it is very crucial that you get that check out immediately. If you go to ER, do not be modest about your symptoms. Slight overstatement will get you treated faster!

Good luck!

EDIT: Just read your reply - good luck with the kidney stones! I am very sorry but it is one of the better diagnosis ...

[limewave]

I don't think I've ever heard of a woman getting kidney stones (http://kidney.niddk.nih.gov/Kudiseases/pubs/stonesadults/). Aren't you special? ;)

Like Mimi said, ouch.

I hadn't heard of women having it either. For a split second I had an identity crisis until the dr. assured me that women get them too :)

[ny biker]

My sister had kidney stones a few years back.

[KnottedYet]

I had a kidney stone a few years back. Great fun...

[azfiddle]

Oh, I've had kidney stones too. Not fun. I had the lithotripsy to break one of them up- even with morphine it felt like I was being snapped with a rubber band for an hour and a half on the same spot. The other one escaped on its own, which was also not fun.

Some contributing factors for me: living in a hot climate, not drinking enough water, being a teacher and having restricted times to get to the restroom, plus several years of commuting over an hour each way to work on a bus with no restroom, and drinking too much diet Coke. Do you know that cola nuts have a compound that helps form kidney stones? Haven't quite been able to give up diet Dr. Pepper though....

Good luck and I hope that you are able to take care of it with the minimum of discomfort.

Do you have to have an IVP test?

[ny biker]

Yes unfortunately my sister told me it was very painful.

I hope it's less bad for Limewave.

[Eden]

I hadn't heard of women having it either. For a split second I had an identity crisis until the dr. assured me that women get them too :)

women certainly get them too - poor guys though, their urethra is about twice as long....