A 6-month-old baby urinates frequently and refuses to be potty trained. What could be the reason?

Patient's question:

My baby is a premature child, and I was very worried about the child's condition from the beginning. Recently, the child has been experiencing a series of issues, and I am also very concerned, afraid that the child's condition will worsen. Could you please tell me why a 6-month-old baby urinates frequently and does not want to be potty trained?

Doctor's answer:

When babies reach a certain age, they may become reluctant. Also, you can check if the area around your baby's urethral opening is red. If it is, it could be due to irritation, causing discomfort and making the baby unwilling to urinate. Based on the symptoms you've described, it's possible that your baby has developed infectious conjunctivitis or allergic conjunctivitis. Infectious conjunctivitis is often accompanied by discharge, and treatment primarily involves medications such as ofloxacin eye drops. It is recommended that you seek an ophthalmological examination for a definitive diagnosis and maintain good hygiene.

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