A lot of children have bladder or cystitis like symptoms which include:
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Some children may have a more severe infection involving the kidneys called pyelenephritis and we suspect this when they have a very high temperature, severe stomach or back pains, vomiting and are unwell.
NKF Controlled Document No. 119, Children with Recurrent Urinary Tract Infection — A guide for families — What are the symptoms (complaints or signs) of a UTI in children?, written 16 July 2004. Last reviewed 1 September 2008.
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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