Question 1

How do I know if my child has a UTI?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms may include fever, pain while passing urine, frequent urination, abdominal pain or foul-smelling urine; evaluation confirms

Question 2

Is nephrotic syndrome curable?

Accepted Answer

Many children respond well to treatment, but relapses can occur; structured follow-up helps manage it.

Question 3

Will my child need a kidney biopsy?

Accepted Answer

Only in selected cases when diagnosis or treatment decisions require it.

Question 4

Can high BP happen in children?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It may be linked to kidney disease and needs monitoring and treatment.

Question 5

What tests are most common?

Accepted Answer

Urine tests, blood tests and ultrasound are common first steps.

Question 6

Does CKD affect growth?

Accepted Answer

It can. Nutrition and monitoring plans support growth and development.

Question 7

When is dialysis needed?

Accepted Answer

Dialysis is considered when kidney function becomes too low to maintain health.

Question 8

What reports should I carry?

Accepted Answer

Urine culture reports, ultrasound, blood reports and medicine list.

Paediatric Nephrology Programme