Dysuria can occur in men and women, including children, you know.
Dysuria in children often causes pain when urinating.Parents.
As a result, many of them hold their pee because they are afraid of the pain and discomfort when urinating.
So, what exactly is ancestry? Are there other ways to deal with it if your little one experiences it?
What is Dysuria in Children?
In the medical world, frequent urination is called dysuria.
This condition is pain or discomfort when urinating. Usually, it is felt in the tube that carries urine out of the bladder (urethra) or the area around the genitals (perineum).
Dysuria is not about how often a person urinates (urinary frequency), although urinary frequency often occurs along with dysuria.
Dysuria is not a diagnosis of a disease either, you know. However, it is a sign or symptom of an underlying health problem soParentsstill need to be vigilant.
Causes of Dysuria in Children
Urinary tract infections are commonly associated with dysuria. However, there are many other causes that can cause children to experience dysuria. Among them are:
1. Chemical Irritation
The most common cause of dysuria in young children is chemical irritation. Soap, foam, or skin lotion that gets into the urethra can cause this reaction.
Symptoms will improve within 1 to 3 days after the last exposure.
2. Infection
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the leading causes of painful urination. They can occur in any part of the urinary tract, including:
- Kidney
- Ureter (tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder)
- Bladder
- Urethra (tube from the bladder that carries urine out of the body)
- Urinary tract infections are most often caused by bacteria that enter the urinary tract through the urethra.
In addition to pain during urination, other symptoms of UTI include:
- Fever
- Foul or stronger-smelling urine
- Cloudy or bloody urine
- Increased frequency of urination or urge to urinate
- Back pain.
A urine test can show this. Bacterial infections of the bladder are treated with antibiotics.
Sometimes, children can get a viral bladder infection and it will get better with time. Antibiotics are not needed for a viral infection.
However, painful urination can also be associated with a yeast infection.
3. Inflammation
A variety of problems can cause inflammation or irritation of the urinary tract or genital area, leading to symptoms of painful urination.
Besides infection, other reasons the area may become irritated or inflamed include:
- Stones in the urinary tract
- Urethral irritation
- Interstitial cystitis, a condition caused by inflammation of the bladder
- Side effects of certain medications, supplements, and treatments
- Tumors in the urinary tract.
4. Labial adhesion
Labial adhesions are a common cause of dysuria in girls. The labia (vaginal lips) stick together. Small tears can cause pain.
Tears will heal on their own, but estrogen cream can be used to help with adhesions.
5. Extreme Activities
Minor trauma due to activity or self-exploration can also cause dysuria in children.
For example, activities such as horse riding or cycling. Or even falling with a condition where the genitals are hit hard.
6. Diabetes
Some people with diabetes who regularly have high blood glucose levels may have to urinate too often, also called urinary frequency.
Even children with diabetes who manage their blood glucose levels within their target range sometimes feel a sudden urge to urinate, called urge incontinence.
Symptoms of Dysuria in Children
Symptoms of painful urination or dysuria in children can vary, both boys and girls. Here are some common symptoms, namely:
- Burning and stinging sensation when urinating
- Itchy
- The urge to urinate more frequently
- Urine smells bad, is bloody, or changes color
- Fever or chills
- Decreased appetite or activity
- Irritability
- Nausea or vomiting
- Lower back pain or abdominal pain
- Bedwetting (in toilet-trained children).
Pain may occur at the beginning of urination or after urination. Pain at the beginning of urination is often a symptom of a urinary tract infection.
Pain after urinating can be a sign of a problem with the bladder or prostate.
In boys, pain may persist in the penis before and after urination as well.
While in girls it can be internal or external. Pain outside the vaginal area may be caused by inflammation or irritation of this sensitive skin.
Internal pain can be a symptom of a urinary tract infection.
How to Treat Dysuria in Children
The best way to deal with dysuria in children is to contact a doctor if the child feels pain when urinating or cannot urinate.
However, there are some simple tips that parents can do when their child experiences dysuria at home.
1. Drink lots of water
Make sure your child is well hydrated. Frequent urination will help flush out toxins faster.
If a baby under 6 months old experiences urinary tract infections, give him breast milk instead of water.
2. Fruit Juice
If the baby is over six months old, juicecranberry,Blueberries, and pineapple is the best choice.
These fruits are recommended because they can limit the growth and multiplication of harmful bacteria in the urinary tract.
Remember to consult your pediatrician before giving juice to your baby. Also, dilute it before giving it as some fruit juices can increase the acidity of urine.
3. Probiotics
Good bacteria are important and necessary to suppress the overgrowth of bad microorganisms.
Probiotics help treat and prevent UTIs by restoring the body’s natural flora and increasing bacterial resistance.
Some foods that contain good probiotics for children are yogurt, tempeh, or tofu.
4. Lemon Juice
Lemon juice acts as a diuretic agent so it can increase urine output and help remove harmful bacteria and toxins from the body.
This causes the pH levels in the blood and urinary tract to change from acidic to alkaline which stops the growth of bacteria.
Having your child drink lemon juice every day can prevent urinary tract infections later in life.
5. Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is one of the best home remedies for treating urinary tract infections in children.
This fluid is rich in potassium which prevents E-coli bacteria from growing and multiplying in the urinary tract.
The acetic acid in apple cider vinegar has antibacterial components that kill bad bacteria in the urinary tract.
Apple cider vinegar should be taken orally. If your child doesn’t like the taste, add a little honey and water and give it in the morning for a week.
6. Cucumber
Cucumbers are not only a delicious snack, but also an easy way to combat urinary tract infections.
This vegetable has alkaline-forming minerals that inhibit bacteria in the urinary tract and is also a diuretic.
Therefore, it can help eliminate bacteria through frequent urination.
Cucumber also has anti-inflammatory properties that help relieve inflammation and pain caused by dysuria.
7. Pineapple
Pineapples contain an enzyme called bromelain which breaks down proteins that cause inflammation.
This when combined with Trypsin, another enzyme, becomes an effective way to treat infections of the urinary tract.
Therefore, giving pineapple pieces to babies as finger food is a good and easy way to treat infections.
Be sure to consult a doctor before giving it to your baby.
8. Cod Liver Oil
Good quality cod liver oil is another remedy for treating dysuria as it is rich in vitamins A and D. Vitamin D present in the oil produces the antimicrobial peptide cathelicidin in the bladder which helps prevent it and is very helpful in cases of recurrent urinary tract infections.
9. Coconut Water
Drinking coconut water for a few days can help get rid of urinary tract infections.
This is because coconut water cools and relieves inflammation caused by unfriendly bacteria.
Give your child a glass of coconut water every day.
10. Coconut Oil
Adding a spoonful of coconut oil to your child’s food is a good way to treat urinary tract infections because it makes urination easier.
Parents can also apply a drop of coconut oil to the urethra a little before the child urinates.
11. Include Foods Rich in Vitamin C
Vitamin C acidifies urine and maintains bladder health.
Therefore, giving fruits rich in vitamin C or vitamin C supplements, after consulting a doctor, is a good way to treat dysuria in children.
12. Add Garlic to Children’s Food
According to a recent study, garlic extract is an effective weapon against pathogenic bacteria associated with UTIs and dysuria.
So, make sure parents add garlic to their child’s food.
13. Avoid Acidic Foods and Drinks
If your child has started on semi-solid, solid, and liquid foods other than breast milk, avoid giving them acidic foods and drinks.
Food should be bland, and diluted juices, breast milk, non-acidic vegetables and fruits should be given.
14. Compress with a warm towel
Heat water in a bowl and wrap a hand towel around it. Then, place the warm towel on the baby’s lower abdomen.
Repeat several times throughout the day. This will relieve him from pain. Remember to check the temperature of the towel before placing it on the baby’s tummy.
15. Maintain cleanliness in the genital area
Change your baby’s dirty diaper regularly. Before putting on a new diaper, clean the private area with antimicrobial baby wipes first. Make sure you wash your hands before doing this.
Gently wash the genitals with a washcloth and soapy water. Make sure not to get soap in the urethra. Dry the area well.
16. Take a warm bath
Bathe your baby in warm water once a day with hypoallergenic soap . Warm water will relieve pain and clean the baby’s genitals, preventing further bacterial growth.
17. Use Cloth Diapers
Cloth diapers do not absorb pee and poop so they can be changed immediately. Therefore, cloth diapers can be used to prevent excessive bacterial growth.
18. Wipe from Front to Back
If you have a daughter, wiping from front to back can prevent and treat dysuria.
Pee and feces contain unhealthy bacteria that can cause infections if they come into contact with the urethra and urinary tract.
So, when Parents clean their child’s private areas, remember to wipe from front to back (and not the other way around) and use different toilet paper for the genitals and anus.
19. Tell your child to urinate frequently
Parents can tell their child to urinate frequently. He may not obey because dysuria is a painful thing when urinating.
However, positive reinforcement can work wonders. Tell your child that the more often he urinates, the less painful it will be.
20. Wear loose and soft clothing
Wearing loose clothing and cotton underwear will allow air to enter and keep the private parts dry. Because bacteria cannot grow in dry places.
21. Avoid Triggers
Inflammation caused by irritation of the skin is usually treated by avoiding the cause of the irritation.
If you think the bubble bath causes a reaction, do not use bubble bath in the future.
22. Apply Diaper Cream
Over-the-counter diaper creams can be used to help relieve irritation in the genital area.
When to Seek Medical Help?
Call your child’s healthcare provider right away if any of these conditions occur:
- Symptoms do not go away after 3 days.
- Fever, usually 101.5 degrees Fahrenheit (38.3 degrees Celsius) or higher, or as recommended by a health care provider.
- Inability to urinate due to pain.
- Increased redness or rash in the genital area.
- Bloody discharge/drainage from the penis or vagina.
If your little one has difficulty urinating, this could be a sign of urinary tract infection in children. This should be addressed immediately, yes,Parents!
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Republished with permission from theAsianParent Indonesia
