Urinary Tract Infections In Childhood Prevention
Is it possible to prevent Urinary Tract Infections In Childhood? Read what the medical community suggests for prevention methods in the condition center at ThirdAge.com.
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How to Prevent Urinary Tract Infections In Childhood
To help reduce your child's chances of developing a urinary tract infection, take the following steps:
- Talk to your child's doctor about surgery if your child has an abnormality of the urinary system.
- Make sure that girls learn to wipe from front to back.
- Encourage your child to go to the bathroom frequently-at least several times a day.
- If your child has recurrent UTIs, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics to prevent the infection.
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