Specialist Care for Children's Kidney Health
Healthy kidneys play an important role in your child's growth, development, and overall wellbeing. When kidney or urinary tract problems arise, early assessment can help identify the cause and guide the right treatment.
Our Children's Kidney Care service provides comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents with kidney, urinary tract,and bladder, and blood pressure conditions. Whether your child has recurrent urinary tract infections, kidney abnormalities detected before birth, persistent bedwetting, or concerns identified during routine health checks, we offer personalised care tailored to their needs.
Common Kidney Conditions in Children
Children may be referred to a paediatric nephrologist for the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of a wide range of kidney and urinary conditions.
Common conditions and concerns include:
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Hydronephrosis
- Blood in the urine
- Protein in the urine
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Kidney stones
- High blood pressure
- Chronic kidney disease
- Nighttime bedwetting
- Congenital kidney and urinary tract abnormalities
Assessment, Tests & Care Options
Care is tailored to your child’s age, symptoms, medical history, and clinical needs.
Assessment and care may include:
- Kidney & Urinary Tract Assessment
- Urine & Blood Tests
- Blood Pressure Assessment
- Kidney Ultrasound Review
- Evaluation of Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections
- Management of Hydronephrosis
- Investigation of Blood or Protein in the Urine
- Long-Term Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Bedwetting Assessment & Management
When to Consider Specialist Advice
A kidney and urinary health review may be helpful if your child has persistent, recurrent, or unexplained urinary or kidney-related symptoms
You may wish to seek advice if your child:
- Has recurrent urinary tract infections
- Has blood or protein detected in their urine
- Was diagnosed with hydronephrosis before or after birth
- Has persistent swelling around the eyes, face, hands, or feet
- Has high blood pressure
- Continues to wet the bed beyond the expected age
- Has abnormal kidney function or imaging results
- Has a family history of inherited kidney disease
If your child develops severe pain, is unable to pass urine, experiences swelling or water retention, or appears seriously unwell, please seek urgent medical advice.
Common Questions
Not usually. Bedwetting is common in younger children and often resolves naturally. However, persistent bedwetting, particularly if accompanied by daytime accidents, excessive thirst, or recurrent urinary infections—may warrant further assessment.
Hydronephrosis is one of the most common abnormalities detected during prenatal ultrasound scans. Many cases improve on their own after birth, while others require monitoring or treatment. Regular follow-up helps ensure your child's kidneys continue to develop normally.
Blood or protein in the urine can have many possible causes, ranging from temporary infections to underlying kidney conditions. Further assessment helps determine whether treatment or ongoing monitoring is required.
Many children with kidney conditions go on to live active, healthy lives with appropriate treatment and regular follow-up. Early diagnosis and ongoing care are important in protecting kidney function and supporting normal growth and development.
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