The urine test results will show if your child is responding to the prescribed treatment. If your child has a large amount of protein in the urine for three days in a row this could mean there is a RELAPSE of the condition and you should contact your doctor. If your child has NO protein in the urine he is in REMISSION and should be well. Records that are complete and accurate give the doctor a good idea on your child’s general health and progress.
Below is an example of how to record your child's progress:-
| DATE | URINE TEST | PREDNISOLONE DOSE | OTHER TREATMENT | COMMENTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1988 April 1 |
N (negative) | 10mg | --- | Cold |
| 2 | 0.3g (trace) | --- | --- | Well |
| 3 | N (negative) | 10mg | --- | Well |
| 4 | N (negative) | --- | --- | Well |
| 5 | N (negative) | 10mg | --- | Well |
| 6 | N (negative) | --- | --- | Well |
| 7 | 1.0g (++) | 10mg | --- | Pale and not feeling well |
| 8 | 3.0g (+++) | --- | --- | Unwell |
| 9 | 3.0g (+++) | 10mg | --- | Unwell |
| 10 | >5g (+++++) | --- | --- |
Puffy around eyes Phone Doctor |
How you record the urine test will depend upon the testing sticks used.
NKF Controlled Document No. 136, CHILDHOOD NEPHROTIC SYNDROME — A guide to the treatment of Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome — Why is keeping a diary important?, written 10 September 2004.
Content compiled by members of the Children’s Renal & Urology Unit, QMC, Nottingham.
The National Kidney Federation cannot accept responsibility for information provided. The above is for guidance only. Patients are advised to seek further information from their own doctor.
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