Blood in urine but no infection

[smogie]

So following on from my recent uti worries my last sample showed nothing only high white cells(leucocytes) which the gp put no further action although I have to take another sample in next week however I stupidly bought some home testing strips and did one this morning it immediately showed ++++leucocytes now I’m worried sick about what this could mean why they are still there and what will happen to me if they don’t go what will the gp want to do I’m so scared please can anyone help

[BlueIris]

This is the problem with self-testing; you can't unsee what you've seen.

[smogie]

This is so true but I was worrying myself stupid anyway thought if it was clear I could have some worry free time instead it’s a million times worse

[Deepseathree]

Leave interpreting things up to doctors. Rationally blood and pyuria are signs of infection. Still could be remnants from a previous infection.

The good thing is you are already in the process of being seen. When you hear hood beats, think horses not zebras. It’s usually not the rare or sinister thing we all want to think it is. Best wishes.

[smogie]

Am seeing the doctor tomorrow and my anxiety is ramping up today am so tempted to test again but know this would make me worse if the results aren’t what I need to see

[Deepseathree]

Testing again wouldn’t change anything. You can take solace in the fact that even if they are high, it’s not a dire emergency that warrants an ER visit. You are also seeing a doctor tomorrow, so know that whatever concerns you may have will be answered or addressed by a medical practitioner.

[smogie]

Thank you I can’t seem to think rationally about it all

[Deepseathree]

It’s all good. The only time I can rationally think is when I’m on medication. At the moment I’m in my own downward spiral. All is well though. Best wishes to you on your appointment.

[smogie]

I’m really freaking out my appointment is later this afternoon and I really don’t want to go