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About Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR)

What is a urinary tract infection (UTI)?

What causes UTIs?

What are the symptoms of UTIs?

Are UTIs dangerous?

How can UTIs be treated or prevented?

How are UTIs related to vesicoureteral reflux (VUR)?

What are the symptoms of UTIs?

Unfortunately, children and infants with UTIs may not always exhibit symptoms. However, the main symptoms to watch out for in children are: 

  • A burning sensation during urination
  • Frequent or urgent urination
  • Strong-smelling, cloudy or bloody urine
  • Abdominal, back or side pain
  • Persistent fever of unknown origin

Main symptoms to watch out for in infants are:

  • Poor feeding
  • Irritability
  • Listlessness
  • Fever or below normal temps