leucocytes

[Charlottelauren]

Hi I have SLE and recently had a urine sample taken. When I got the results it said there were leucocytes (excuse my spelling) present.

What does this mean? My consultant has also moved my appointment forward by a month, wondering if it's connected to the result?

Thanks

[Princerogers777]

UTI , bladder or kidney infection is what that indicates

[1sam]

I hope you feel well... I have SLE too with a mild case of lupus nephritis, which causes kidney swell and leak leucocytws and erythrocytes into my urine. I sincerely hope this is not your case, it could be a simple infection, but please follow up and talk to your GP or rheumy about this. It is important not to "let it pass".

Let them know if you have any pain, fever, more tiredness, bad urine smell or a darker color... if your hands or feet get puffy, if this changes when you eat salty. Just pay attention to your body and be your best advocate. Good luck!

Sam

[Charlottelauren in reply to 1sam]

I'm just concerned because I feel like surely I'd know if I had a UTI and I haven't had any pain or new symptoms! I have been slightly more tired than normal and breathless but I don't think this would be connected!

Thanks for your message

[Aballard]

I had the same thing - bladder infection, no sign of UTI and kidney function normal. Only the leukocyte count was high. Was placed on aggressive antibiotic protocol which gave me immediate release from extreme fatigue and (some) urinary discomfort. Agree with advice already posted - you are definitely your best advocate. Don't take no for an answer when you feel bad and/or the results indicate otherwise.

[Charlottelauren in reply to Aballard]

Why did you have to go on antibiotics if there was no infection? I don't think I have an infection of any kind so I'm slightly confused! x

[Princerogers777]

Maybe google it, i see my leukocytes vary in my blood test but havent noticed in urine .