What are the main organs of the urinary tract?
Kidneys: Filters the blood and produces urine.
Ureters: Transport urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
Bladder: Stores urine.
Urethra: Transports urine from the bladder to the outside.
The importance of urinary tract health:
Remove waste products from the body.
Maintain fluid balance.
Regulate blood pressure.
Some diseases that can affect urinary tract health:
Urinary tract infection: This is one of the most common urinary tract infections in children.
Bedwetting: It is the inability to control urination.
Urinary leakage: It is the unexpected leakage of urine.
Symptoms of urinary tract diseases:
Pain or burning during urination.
Frequent need to urinate.
Involuntary urination.
Cloudy or bloody urine.
Pain in the lower abdomen or back.
fever.
Symptoms of bedwetting:
- Losing control to urinate frequently.
- Wetting the bed while sleeping.
Symptoms of urinary leakage:
Leaking urine unexpectedly, especially when coughing, sneezing, or laughing.
When should I consult a doctor?
You should consult a doctor if you notice any of the following symptoms in your child:
- Symptoms of a urinary tract infection
- Bedwetting
- urinary leakage
- Pain in the lower abdomen or back
- fever
What are the treatment methods?
Treatment depends on the type of UTI, but may include
Medications: Medications can be used to treat some types of urinary tract infections, such as
