How Do You Know If A Child Has A UTI: The problem of urinary tract infection is not only faced by adults but also by small children. With the help of this article, you can understand the symptoms of UTI in children.

Urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in the urinary tract. This problem can happen to anyone. However, this infection is more common in women and girls than in men and boys. 

According to the National Health Service (NHS), most urine infections (UTI) in children are caused by bacteria entering the urea (urethra) from the digestive system. One of the main reasons for this is not cleaning the private parts properly after defecation. In the case of infants, small particles of their stool containing bacteria reach the urea and spread the infection.  

Symptoms of UTI in Children

Crying or feeling uneasy while urinating

Bedwetting due to lack of control

Fever without any apparent reason 

Dark coloured or foul smelling urine 

Pain in the lower abdomen 

Decreased appetite or vomiting

Preventive measures

- Make children urinate at regular intervals, this will prevent bacteria from accumulating in the urinary tract.

- You can reduce the risk of UTI by taking care of the cleanliness of the private parts of children. Especially after defecation, make sure that the private part is wiped from front to back.

- Avoid making children wear tight-fitting undergarments. This does not allow proper air circulation, which later causes UTI infection.

- It is very important to drink sufficient amount of water to remove body waste from the body. In such a situation, give children sufficient liquid to protect them from urinary tract infection. Along with this, give a balanced diet to children and avoid junk food.

- While changing diapers, clean from front to back. Keep this in mind especially for girls. 

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