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Cystitis in children is a very common infection and is different than in adults. Symptoms can be quite non-specific and often difficult to diagnose. What are the causes of cystitis in children? What are its symptoms and how is cystitis treated in children?
Symptoms of cystitis in children
Cystitis in children has different symptoms than in adults. In infancy, the symptom of infection is high fever, and the child is restless, cranky, crying, has no appetite and may vomit. If you notice cloudy urine with an unpleasant odor, it may be a sign of cystitis in children. Older children with cystitis may experience abdominal pain, pain in the lower back, and burning and stinging when urinating. The older the child, the more characteristic of the urinary system symptoms of cystitis become. Additional symptoms characteristic of cystitis in children are bladder pressure, pain and burning, pollakiuria and enuresis, especially at night.
The causes of cystitis in children
The causes of cystitis in children are slightly different than in adults. Bladder infection in children can be caused by defects in the anatomy of the urinary tract, improper bladder function or improper hygiene. There are birth defects that affect the onset of cystitis in children. An example of such a defect is urethral hypertrophy or regurgitation of urine into the ureters and kidneys. Cystitis in children can also be caused by Escherichia coli bacteria, i.e. coliforms, which are the natural bacterial flora of the large intestine. The most common cause of cystitis in children is the spread of germs. Girls are at increased risk due to the close proximity of the vaginal opening, urethra and rectum. Cystitis in children occurs less frequently through the bloodstream, only in newborns or patients with impaired immunity can this method of infection be observed.
Treatment of cystitis in children
When cystitis occurs in children, it is very important to implement measures that will prevent the further development of the infection. It is very important to give the child plenty of fluids that dilute the urine and increase the frequency of urination, which flushes bacteria out of the urinary tract. Herbal teas or cranberry juice are very effective in bladder infections.
Discover also cranberry supplements, as well as milk thistle, artichoke or alfalfa, which will protect the body, as well as ensure regeneration and restful sleep.
Symptoms of cystitis in children can be reduced with warm baths with the addition of chamomile or calendula infusions. A good way to treat cystitis in children is to use homeopathic remedies, which are natural and safe remedies that can also be given to infants. If the cystitis is advanced and acute, treatment requires antibiotic treatment, which should be administered until the end of the recommended course of treatment, even though symptoms have disappeared. As it is known, prevention is better than cure, so it is very important to take care of the hygiene of the intimate areas and teach children the right habits. If the problem of cystitis returns, diagnostic tests should be performed that can detect defects in the urinary system, so that the doctor can recommend individual treatment.
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