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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
'''Urinary tract''' infections ('''UTIs''') are common in kids. it occurs when bacteria (germs) get into the bladder or kidneys.Up to 8% of girls and 2% of boys will get a UTI by age 5. | |||
Sometimes the symptoms of this infection can be hard to spot in kids,that is why Prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment are very important to reduce the morbidity associated with this condition. | |||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:
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Overview
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in kids. it occurs when bacteria (germs) get into the bladder or kidneys.Up to 8% of girls and 2% of boys will get a UTI by age 5.
Sometimes the symptoms of this infection can be hard to spot in kids,that is why Prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment are very important to reduce the morbidity associated with this condition.
Causes
Life Threatening Causes
Life-threatening causes include conditions that may result in death or permanent disability within 24 hours if left untreated.
Common Causes
FIRE: Focused Initial Rapid Evaluation
Complete Diagnostic Approach
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Treatment
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Do's
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Don'ts
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