Iain Olivier Posted September 29, 2011 Share I have recently got the opportunity to go and work overseas for a year and in order to obtain my work permit I needed to go for a full medical with my GP. To my shock and horror my urine test came out positive for trace amounts of blood in my urine. Needless to say I was imagining the worst and spent the next week terrified. After a week and a half of no physical activity whatsoever I go back for a follow up test and I am 100% clear, phew... As it turns out, once I chatted to the doc and did some research, it has been proven that running and mountain biking over medium to long distances can lead to this symptom... Is this a common thing among mountain bikers and runners? And has anyone experienced similar symptoms? If not then do not rule it out before jumping to the worst and most scary conclusion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rydogg Posted September 30, 2011 Share Yip, common problem. It usually goes away within 2 or 3 days of rest. It's only a microscopic amount of blood which is caused by excercise. If you actually see blood when you pee, then you have a more serious problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Olivier Posted September 30, 2011 Share Thanks Rydogg. Ja, it was only trace amounts and cleared up quickly, didn't stop me worrying though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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