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Pus cells in urine, or pyuria, are WBCs that appear in the urine when there is an infection or inflammation in the urinary tract. These cells play a vital role in the body’s immune system by fighting off infections. If pus cells are found in the urine, this means that the body is responding to a disease or maybe irritation or infection somewhere within the urinary system such as the kidneys, bladder, urethra, and ureters.
Even though white blood cells are not anticipated to appear in large amounts in the urine of healthy individuals, it indicates that there is something wrong with their urinary system when white blood cells are found in urine. In most cases, it’s a minor irritation for a more severe infection or maybe another cause and is noticed with overt symptoms.
If the pus cells are present in urine, then there are certain symptoms a patient may experience. Symptoms can vary from mild to severe levels depending on the cause, but commonly include the following:
1. Pain or burning sensation while passing urine (Dysuria): This is one of the common symptoms in cases of urinary tract infections and an early warning sign of problems in the urinary system.
2. Urination: People may frequently or urgently feel the urge to urinate even though they are only able to pass small quantities of urine.
3. Cloudy or Bad-Smelling Urine: The pus cells in urine can cloud the urine or even give off a bad, smelly odor in cases of bacterial or viral infections.
4. Abdominal or Back Pain: This occurs when the infection has spread to the bladder or kidneys. Pain can be referred to the lower back or flanks, and that is the commonest presentation of a kidney infection.
5. Fever: He or she may develop fever accompanied by chills in severe infection, like pyelonephritis, or a kidney infection.
6. Nausea or Vomiting: This occurs typically during the severe cases, especially when the infection has reached the kidneys and has caused a condition called pyelonephritis.
There are several conditions that may result in pus cells in urine, ranging from mild infections to more serious diseases. The most common causes include the following:
1. Urinary Tract Infection: UTIs are the most common cause for pus cells in urine. This is because of infection caused by harmful bacteria entering the urinary tract. Other symptoms include burning sensations when urinating, increased urgency to urinate, and cloudy urine.
2. Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis): This is a type of UTI that has moved up to the kidneys, which creates inflammation and infection. Kidney infection is a more serious infection and causes symptoms such as fever, back pain, nausea, and vomiting.
3. Bladder Infection (Cystitis): The next common cause of pus cells in urine is bladder infection, or cystitis; this is inflammation of the bladder, usually due to a bacterial infection. This is often accompanied by urinary frequency, the feeling that the bladder is not entirely emptied, and discomfort in the lower abdomen.
4. STIs: Other infections such as gonorrhea and chlamydia may also affect the urinary tract. This usually leads to pus cells in the urine. The infection may lead to discharge, pain while urinating, and other symptoms.
5. Kidney Stones: Kidney stones are hard mineral deposits that form in the kidneys. The deposits irritate the urinary tract, which may cause inflammation and, therefore, result in the appearance of pus cells in the urine.
6. Prostatitis: An infection or inflammation of the prostate gland in men can bring about pus cells in urine, which may cause significant pain and discomfort leading to issues with urination.
7. Vaginal Infections: Pus cell contamination in females is attributed by infections like bacterial vaginosis or yeast infections through nonadherence to proper hygiene in urinating.
Normal patient: pus cells are absent or present in very minimal numbers in urine. When it is done during urinalysis, there can be between 0 to 5 pus cells under the HPF of a microscope, which is small and thus within the normal range in case of slight irritation and low-grade inflammation.
However, if the count of pus cells is more than that range, then it indicates some kind of problem within the urinary system. If the count of pus cells increases, then there must be an infection going on, or some serious inflammation happening. In such cases, if pus cells are in large numbers then further tests for diagnosis would have to be done to trace the actual cause of disease, which may vary from urine culture tests, ultrasound, or even a CT scan in some cases.
Pus cells in urine often indicate an infection or inflammation in the urinary tract. Pus cell treatment in homeopathy focuses on addressing the root cause of the infection, promoting healing without harmful side effects. Homeopathy offers a holistic approach, aiming to strengthen the immune system and reduce inflammation.
Pus cell treatment in homeopathy remedies like Cantharis, Apis Mellifica, and Berberis Vulgaris, which are commonly used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) and related symptoms such as pain and burning during urination. By stimulating the body’s natural healing processes, homeopathic remedies can help clear infection and reduce the presence of pus cells in urine. Always consult a qualified homeopath for personalized treatment.
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1. Uncontrolled Growth: Normal cells growth in an orderly fashion. Growth stops at a certain size or when they are no longer needed. Cancer cells, however, continue their division and growth uncontrolledly.
2. Irregular Shape and Size: Cancer cells often appear abnormal under the microscope. They tend to have irregularly shaped, very much larger and more irregular nuclei, and a host of other structural differences compared to normal cells.
3. Evade Immune System: Cancer cells evade the immune system, allowing them to grow and multiply continuously without dying. Normal cells are normally recognized and killed by the immune system when they become damaged or abnormal.
4. Metastasis: The most characteristic feature of cancer cells is their invasive nature and ability to metastasize through the bloodstream or lymphatic system to distant parts of the body. Normal cells lack this capability.
Disclaimer:- The information provided in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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