How to Prevent UTI in Children

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Be aware of reactions to antibiotic medications

   Recent treatment of a respiratory or similar infection with amoxicillin or cephalosporin may cause UTI in children, and you may need to try a different prescription for respiratory or other infection in the future.
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   Step 2: which may cause UTI.

   Keep children well hydrated throughout the day with at least 6 to 8 glasses of water daily.
   
   Also include several servings of fruits and vegetables daily to avoid constipation. , Avoid caffeine, which can irritate the bladder, leaving room for bacteria growth. , Teach young girls to wipe from front to back after a bowel movement to avoid spreading bacteria.
   
   Teach an uncircumcised boy to wash the foreskin on his penis regularly to avoid bacteria buildup that could lead to infection.
   
   Avoid bubble baths or strong soaps when bathing that may cause irritation, which may give bacteria a place to grow.
   
   Engage in frequent diaper changes if you have an infant, in order to avoid urine or feces buildup, which could give bacteria a place to grow. ,, Urine in the bladder may give bacteria a good place to grow. ,
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   Step 3: Avoid constipation

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   Step 4: which research has shown may be related to UTIs in children.

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   Step 5: Have your child drink throughout the day to avoid becoming dehydrated

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   Step 6: which can lead to UTI.

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   Step 7: Teach your child good hygiene to avoid the spread of bacteria that cause UTIs.

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   Step 8: Dress your child in loose fitting clothing to prevent rubbing or irritation that could lead to infection.

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   Step 9: Teach your child to urinate frequently

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    Step 10: rather than "holding it in" to prevent bacteria growth.

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    Step 11: Follow your pediatrician's treatment plan if your child does develop a UTI

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    Step 12: in order to remove the infection and prevent recurring UTIs.

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