Most urine infections in children are not associated with any abnormalities of the urinary tract. They can be triggered by your child not emptying their bladder frequently enough, or if they have constipation.

Infrequently some children with a urine infection can have an underlying problem in their urinary tract which can be identified using the special tests that your doctor may arrange, especially if your child was unwell with their infection or if they have had repeated and recurrent infections:

You will be informed by your doctor if any of these diagnoses apply to your child and if any further treatments are needed.