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Not clearance of urine in one attempt
Doctor , my son , 1 month 11 days age , when passing the urine , we see that , sometimes he clears the urine in 1 attempt but sometimes 2 to 3 next to next attempt in moderate to small quantity . Is it refers to UTI? And , my son cries after urinating when he is in bare condition. Is it due to feel watery and cold or hot ? He doesn't cry while urinating .
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I can provide some general information to help guide you. Your observations about your 1-month-old son’s urination patterns and crying after urinating could have various explanations, and while a urinary tract infection (UTI) is one possibility, it’s not necessarily the most likely cause based on the details you’ve shared. Here’s a breakdown of your concerns: 1. Urination Patterns (Sometimes in One Attempt, Sometimes in Multiple Small Amounts) • Normal for Newborns: Newborns and infants often have variable urination patterns. Their bladders are small, and they may urinate in small amounts frequently or in one go depending on how much urine has accumulated, their hydration status, or their feeding patterns. Passing urine in multiple small attempts is not uncommon and doesn’t automatically indicate a problem. • Possible UTI Signs: A UTI in infants can sometimes cause frequent urination in small amounts, but it’s usually accompanied by other symptoms, such as: • Fever (often the most common sign in infants) • Fussiness or irritability • Poor feeding or reduced appetite • Foul-smelling or cloudy urine • Vomiting or lethargy If your son is otherwise healthy, feeding well, and not showing these symptoms, a UTI is less likely, but it’s worth monitoring. • Other Considerations: • Dehydration: If the urine is concentrated (dark yellow) or infrequent, it could suggest dehydration, especially if he’s not feeding well. • Bladder Control: At this age, infants have no voluntary control over urination, so the pattern may simply reflect normal bladder reflexes. • Diaper Rash or Skin Irritation: If the skin around the genital area is irritated, urinating in small amounts could be a response to discomfort. 2. Crying After Urinating in Bare Condition • Likely Cause: It’s very common for infants to cry after urinating when they’re undressed (“bare condition”). This is often due to: • Cold Sensation: Urine on the skin can feel cold as it evaporates, especially if the baby is exposed to air. Newborns are sensitive to temperature changes, and this could cause discomfort or surprise, leading to crying. • Wet Feeling: The sensation of being wet can be unpleasant for some babies, especially if they’re not immediately dried off. • Temperature Sensitivity: If the room is cool or there’s a breeze, the combination of wet skin and air exposure could make your son feel chilly. • Why He Doesn’t Cry During Urination: Urination itself is a normal process and typically painless unless there’s an underlying issue like a UTI or skin irritation. The fact that he cries after urinating (and not during) suggests the crying is more likely related to the sensation of wetness or cold rather than pain from the act of urinating. • UTI and Pain: If a UTI were causing pain, you’d likely notice crying or fussiness during urination, not just afterward. Painful urination (dysuria) in infants with UTIs often leads to distress during the act itself. Since you mention he doesn’t cry while urinating, this makes a UTI less likely, though not impossible. 3. When to Suspect a UTI UTIs in infants are relatively uncommon, especially in boys, but they can occur. Risk factors include: • Being uncircumcised (if applicable) • Congenital urinary tract abnormalities • Poor hygiene or prolonged exposure to soiled diapers Key signs to watch for include: • Fever without an obvious cause • Persistent irritability or crying, especially during urination • Cloudy, bloody, or foul-smelling urine • Poor weight gain or feeding difficulties • Vomiting or lethargy If your son has any of these symptoms, or if the variable urination pattern persists and concerns you, it’s important to consult a pediatrician. They may recommend a urine test (usually collected via a sterile bag or catheter in infants) to rule out a UTI.
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