Can puberty cause frequent urination in teenagers?

Puberty can be a very confusing time for adolescents due to all the changes that fluctuating hormones bring. However, an often overlooked change is how puberty affects bladder health and urination, potentially leading to frequent urination. In this article, we’ll explore some of the most common changes and how to…

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Why do newborns cry before urinating?

Babies, especially newborns, tend to cry a lot for various reasons, most of which are perfectly normal and nothing to be concerned about. However, many parents notice that their babies tend to cry before urinating and don’t know what is causing it. In this article, we’ve compiled several natural and…

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Recurrent UTIs in children: their symptoms and how to manage them

Urinary tract infections are fairly common in children and usually not serious.1 By age five, about 8% of girls and 1-2% of boys will have experienced a UTI.2 However, some youngsters may experience reoccurring UTIs, defined as three or more urinary tract infections3. Here is an explanation of the signs, symptoms and management of recurrent UTIs in children.

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Can I swim or use a hot tub with a UTI?

While they can be a nuisance, UTIs, or urinary tract infections, can usually be treated at home by drinking plenty of fluids and taking paracetamol1. However, you might be wondering “Can I safely swim with a UTI?” In this article, we explore the potential risks and benefits of swimming with a UTI, and whether oceans, hot tubs and swimming pools are safe to use.

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