Urinary Tract Infections in Children On this page: - What is a
urinary tract infection (UTI)? - What is the urinary tract? -
What causes UTIs? - How common are UTIs in children? - Who is at
risk for a UTI? - Are UTIs serious? - What are the signs and
symptoms of a UTI? - How are UTIs diagnosed? - How are UTIs
treated? - What tests may be needed after the UTI is gone? -
What abnormalities lead to chronic urinary problems? - How are
abnormalities in the urinary tract treated? - How can UTIs be
prevented? - Eating, Diet, and Nutrition - Points to Remember -
Hope through Research - For More Information What is a urinary
tract infection (UTI)? A UTI is an infection in the urinary
tract. Infections are caused by microbes—organisms too small to
be seen without a microscope—including fungi, viruses, and
bacteria. Bacteria are the most common cause of UTIs. Normally,
bacteria that enter the urinary tract are rapidly removed by the
body before they cause symptoms. However, sometimes bacteria
overcome the body’s natural