Close
App logo

Unlock Additional Features and Earn Reward Points

Want to share your parenting queries and get answers
Get Solutions and advice from other parents and experts
Ask a Question
Father of a 5 yr 3 m old girl6 months ago
Q.

#asktheexpert my daughter is suffering from frequent urination..at an interval of 20 minutes with very less amount of urination. syp urikind k and zifi 100 suggested by one of my doctor friend. pls suggest

1 Answer
POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy6 months ago
A. Frequent urination in a 4-year-8-month-old child can be caused by several factors, including infections, bladder irritation, or psychological reasons. Since she is urinating every 20 minutes with small amounts, here are some possible causes and steps to take: Possible Causes: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) – Burning sensation, urgency, or discomfort while urinating. Overactive Bladder – Bladder contracts more often than normal. Pollakiuria (Frequent Urination Syndrome) – Common in children aged 3-8, typically stress-related, resolves on its own. Constipation – A full rectum can press on the bladder, causing frequent urination. Diabetes (Less Likely but Important to Rule Out) – If she is drinking excessive water and urinating frequently. Bladder Irritation – Due to acidic foods (citrus, tomatoes, etc.) or concentrated urine. What You Can Do at Home: ✅ Increase Water Intake – Helps flush out possible infections. ✅ Avoid Bladder Irritants – Reduce citrus fruits, chocolates, and spicy foods. ✅ Ensure Proper Hygiene – Wipe front to back to prevent UTIs. ✅ Encourage Complete Emptying – Ask her to wait a little longer on the toilet. ✅ Check for Other Symptoms – Fever, pain while urinating, foul-smelling urine, or abdominal pain. When to See a Doctor: ⚠️ If she has fever, burning sensation, abdominal pain, or cloudy/smelly urine. ⚠️ If the symptoms persist for more than 2-3 days without improvement. ⚠️ If she drinks too much water and is always thirsty (check for diabetes). A urine test (urinalysis) will help determine if there’s an infection or other issues. Let me know if you need more help!
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
SIMILAR QUESTIONS
Father of a 3 yr 2 m old girl
Mom of a 5 yr 10 m old boy
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Mom of a 3 m old boy
Guardian of a 1 yr 2 m old boy
Guardian of a 8 m old boy
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Guardian of a 1 m old girl
Guardian of a 4 yr 3 m old girl
Do you know any solution to this question?Let’s go to the app - To help out fellow parents & to get answers to your questions

Add An Answer

Add An Answer
Add An Answer

Post Answer

Ask a Question
This question is being asked for:
Your identity will not be revealed
POST