A 7-year-old child suddenly has frequent urination at night, with protein at 3+. Why?

Patient's question:

Patient Age: Seven years
Condition Description: Around 10 o'clock at night, there was frequent urination, and redness and swelling were observed on the glans. The hospital test results showed three plus (+) protein in the urine.
Previous Treatment and Effect: There has been no history of this phenomenon.
Help Needed: What could be the cause of this?

Doctor's answer:

Under inflammatory stimulation, symptoms such as frequent urination, urinary urgency, and dysuria may occur simultaneously, known as urinary tract irritation syndrome. Non-inflammatory stimuli include conditions like urinary tract stones, foreign bodies, etc.
Medical Advice:
Reduced bladder capacity, such as due to bladder occupying lesions, pressure from an enlarged uterus during pregnancy, tuberculous bladder shrinkage, or large bladder stones, as well as neurogenic urinary frequency. It is necessary to seek medical attention for further detailed examinations to identify the underlying cause and provide targeted, effective treatment.
Treatment methods should be selected based on the specific cause of urinary frequency. It is recommended that you visit a hospital for a checkup.

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