History of frequent urination in 7 year old child . To determine it as a concern or not, needs more information like frequency of urination, color of urine, associated symptoms like any pain abdomen. Any history of recebt weight loss, is the child drinking large volumes of liquids/water at instances, any history of bedwetting , any abnormal smell of urine. Most common reasons for frequent urination in child are urinary tract infections, improper emptying habits, habit of holding urine for longer times like in school due to hesitation, use of high
sugar dense juices or drinks in large qauntities,
diabetes type 1
Next Steps
- In order to evaluate if the concern is any illness or need physiological change in lifestyle , child needs a inperson pediatric consultation
Health Tips
- watch for frequency of urination, color , other features as explained
- watch for signs of
diabetes (type 1 - this is more common in this age group) if any consult pediatrician immediately
- behavioral modifications if improper urination habits