Urinary symptoms in a child who has had a previous UTI
Once a child has had a urinary tract infection (UTI), the chances of having another UTI increase. Since symptoms of a UTI can be vague, it is important to be cautious. If your child is acting the same way he or she did when previously diagnosed with a UTI or is reporting the same symptoms, a new infection may be the cause.
Call your health professional if your child has symptoms of a UTI. An untreated UTI can cause scarring of the urinary tract
. Prompt treatment can prevent the development of serious complications.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: April 30, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Peter Anderson, MD, FRCS(C) - Pediatric Urology | |
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