I noticed something strange today while I was using the bathroom. There was a red thread-like thing in my urine, and I've never seen anything like it before. I don't have any pain, itching, or other problems, but it's got me a bit concerned. Any idea what this could be?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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The red thread-like shape in your urine could be a blood clot, a urinary cast, or a thread-like piece of tissue; given the absence of pain, itching, or other symptoms, it's likely a harmless anomaly, but to rule out any underlying conditions, such as kidney stones, urinary tract infections, or bladder issues, consult a urologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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