Kidney, Pediatrics FAQ

Understanding Your Baby's Yellow Urine: What Parents Should Know

Regarding the color of infant urine? Hello, my baby is currently seven and a half months old. Why is her urine yellow? Is there any problem? Shouldn't a baby's urine be clear?

Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Yoyo, The color of urine is related to the amount of water intake in the body. The kidneys regulate urine concentration; when the body has relatively less water, the urine becomes more concentrated and appears darker yellow. Conversely, when the body has more water, the uri...

Impact of Excessive Meat Intake on Children's Kidney Health

Once again, I would like to consult Dr. Tsai? Thank you for the information! However, I have another question to ask you. If I consume too much meat, will it put a burden on my child's kidneys? In the case where she is breastfeeding, what could be the reason for her urine ha...

Dr. Cai Zhengxian Reply:
Dear Shanshan's Mom, We recommend that you consume a variety of foods daily, including rice, wheat, fruits, vegetables, and animal-based foods. Adding iron-fortified cereals and meats can provide adequate iron. Legumes, small fish, cheese, and yogurt can supply calcium. You...

Is Your Baby's Soft Muscle a Concern? Pediatric Insights and Tips

The baby's muscles are soft? My baby is exclusively breastfed and is now ten and a half months old. Since there are no breastfeeding mothers around to consult, I started introducing solid foods when he was six months old, using various types of porridge and rice cereal. Howe...

Dr. Cai Zhengxian Reply:
Dear Mom Long, Congratulations on your commitment to breastfeeding exclusively for such a long time, and for introducing complementary foods at six months. It seems your baby is encountering some difficulties with the introduction of solid foods. Attached are the principles for ...

Addressing Infant Feeding Concerns: Breast Milk Intake and Health Tips

Issues with milk intake? Dear Doctor (I apologize for the interruption, and thank you for taking the time to read this letter): My baby was born on April 4th weighing 3440 grams, and she will be 3 months old on July 4th. She is currently exclusively breastfed, and I have a few qu...

Dr. Cai Zhengxian Reply:
Dear Mom of Shanshan, Congratulations on your baby reaching three months of age! With a weight of 5.4 kg, your baby is at the 25th percentile according to the Taiwanese growth chart in the child health handbook. This is within the normal range, although slightly below the averag...

Understanding Fetal Hydronephrosis: Causes, Treatment, and Concerns

Fetal hydronephrosis Hello Dr. Chang, I am currently 26 weeks pregnant. During a self-paid high-resolution ultrasound check-up at the hospital the other day, I was shocked to discover that the left kidney of my baby is severely hydronephrotic (4.7 cm). After evaluation by the do...

Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: Hydronephrosis generally refers to the dilation of the renal pelvis, most commonly caused by a narrowing at the ureteropelvic junction. However, there are other causes that can also lead to renal pelvis enlargement, such as severe vesicoureteral reflux and ureteral strictu...

Understanding Allergic Purpura in Children: Treatment Options and Side Effects

Allergic Purpura A 10-year-old child in the third grade experienced swelling and pain in the lower limbs, along with the appearance of purpura on February 8 of this year. After a doctor's diagnosis, it was determined to be a case of allergic purpura. After a month of medicat...

Dr. Gu Qingxian Reply:
Hello! Allergic purpura-induced nephritis is treated with immunosuppressants. The severity of nephritis can vary from mild to severe, which also affects the intensity of immunosuppressive treatment. Some patients respond well to corticosteroids, while others may be resistant; in ...

Understanding Mild Bilateral Renal Pelvic Dilation in Infants

Bilateral mild hydronephrosis? Hello, my daughter is now seven months old and weighs 6.5 kg. At birth, she was diagnosed with "bilateral mild hydronephrosis." She has been urinating normally, and we have been following up with ultrasounds every three months, which have ...

Dr. Lin Wenxian Reply:
Dear Mommy of Niu, Hello. The cause of hydronephrosis is excessive pressure from urine in that area, leading to the enlargement of the renal pelvis, which can also be referred to as "water kidney." The impact of this condition depends on the underlying cause and the se...

Managing Low Complement Nephritis and Hypercalciuria in Children

Hypocomplementemic glomerulonephritis with hypercalciuria? Children with eyelid edema and diagnosed with low complement nephritis and hypercalciuria should be monitored for several important factors. 1. **Monitoring**: Regular follow-ups with a pediatric nephrologist are essent...

Dr. Gu Qingxian Reply:
Hello, does the child only exhibit eyelid swelling? Could you also provide the urine test or kidney ultrasound report to better understand the child's current condition? There are many causes of hypercalciuria, and the precautions required vary depending on the specific caus...

Essential Pediatric Tips for Feeding Your 3-Month-Old Baby

Please ask a few questions regarding babies. Thank you? You mentioned that a three-month-old baby can consume fructooligosaccharides, but how much can they have in a day? Since babies eat very frequently, I’m worried about the potential burden on their kidneys. Also, my baby comp...

Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
Here are simple answers to your questions: 1. Fructose intake does not place a burden on the kidneys. 2. There is no standardized amount for fructose consumption. 3. Baoyi'er can be mixed with milk or water, or directly dropped into the mouth, and then followed by drinking w...

Is It Safe for Infants to Drink Licorice Tea? Pros and Cons Explained

Is it suitable for newborns to drink Gan Li tea? Hello Dr. Chang, my younger brother is currently almost 3 months old and is being cared for by my mother-in-law. At birth, he was consuming about 60cc of formula every 3 hours, and now he is taking approximately 110cc every 3 hours...

Dr. Zhang Jinglong Reply:
Currently, my younger brother is almost 3 months old and is being cared for by my mother-in-law. At birth, he consumed about 60cc of formula every 3 hours, and now he takes approximately 110cc, still around every 3 hours. However, the baby seems to be developing a disinterest in ...

Can Multivitamins Boost Immunity in Young Children?

Children's multivitamins Dr. Gu, I would like to ask you about my child who is one year and three months old. He frequently catches colds and has fevers. Is it advisable to give him a children's multivitamin to boost his immune system? Could it be too early for him and ...

Dr. Gu Qingxian Reply:
Cold and fever are symptoms of an infectious disease. It is advisable to avoid contact with symptomatic patients. As for multivitamins, they are merely a nutritional supplement. For a child who is one year and three months old, it is best to use a liquid form of multivitamins; pl...

Concerns About Baby's Water Intake and Sleep Patterns

Issues with Babies Drinking Water and Late Sleeping Hello, please respond to the following questions: 1. My baby is currently over five months old. For the past month, every night when I try to put him to sleep, he insists on drinking a large amount of water before he can settl...

Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Hello Lynne, 1. It is normal for children to urinate, and their fluid intake should be based on their own thirst rather than being forced to drink. Generally, this does not cause any harm to the kidneys. When children express a desire to drink water, it indicates that they are t...

Do Hydrolyzed Protein Formulas Strain Infants' Kidneys?

Does a hydrolyzed protein formula impose a burden on the kidneys? Thank you, doctor, for answering my questions last time. Regarding some hydrolyzed proteins on the market, can they cause infants to absorb too much protein, leading to kidney strain? The ingredient labels on infan...

Dr. Chen Qianyi Reply:
The human body has a certain regulation for protein absorption, and the use of hydrolyzed protein does not lead to excessive absorption or impose a burden on the kidneys. Current literature, both domestic and international, has never reported kidney issues related to this. As for...

Understanding Renal Tubular Acidosis in Pediatrics: Diagnosis and Treatment

What is renal tubular acidosis? 1. How to diagnose whether arterial blood sampling is necessary? 2. How to treat and whether long-term medication is required? 3. Will it affect kidney function and lead to dialysis?

Dr. Liang Zhaoxuan Reply:
Renal tubular acidosis (RTA) refers to a condition in which the renal tubules are unable to excrete or reabsorb certain ions, leading to an acidic state in the blood. A definitive diagnosis of renal tubular acidosis requires more detailed examinations to distinguish between the d...

Addressing Common Pediatric Concerns for 10-Month-Old Infants

Questions about complementary foods and stages of growth? Hello Dr. Zhao, My daughter is now almost ten months old. She was born weighing 3170g and measuring 50cm. At her nine-month check-up, she weighed 7.8kg and measured 71cm. Since she weighed 7kg and measured 64.5cm at four ...

Dr. Zhao Yongkang Reply:
Dear Mom, Hello! Regarding your questions, here are my opinions: 1. Generally, breastfeeding mothers can lose weight, and breast milk is the best source of nutrition for babies. Its nutrients are sufficient to support the baby's growth and will not cause weight loss in the...

Is Goat Milk Safe for Babies Under One Year Old? Expert Insights

Is it good for infants under one year old to drink goat milk formula? Hello, doctor. My baby is currently over seven months old. From one to six months, he was primarily breastfed with some formula made from goat's milk. Now that he is seven months old, I am gradually reduci...

Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello! 1. Exclusive breastfeeding is no longer sufficient to meet the needs of infants aged 4-6 months, so the introduction of complementary foods is necessary. The addition of foods should be based on the infant's physiological maturity and should aim for a balanced intake ...

Understanding Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia in Newborns: A Parent's Guide

Adrenal hyperplasia Hello, we recently welcomed a newborn boy into our family. He recently underwent a routine newborn health screening and we received notification of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). I am not very familiar with this condition, and the explanations from the ...

Dr. Yu Meiling Reply:
This is an autosomal recessive genetic disorder caused by a deficiency of certain synthetic enzymes, leading to insufficient production of cortisol and aldosterone by the adrenal cortex (the gland located above the kidneys). This results in elevated levels of ACTH (adrenocorticot...

Essential Nutritional Guidance for Infants: Addressing Common Concerns

Pediatric Nutritional Supplementation Issues Hello, Dr. Yu. 1. My infant is over two months old and currently weighs 5.8 kg, consuming about 135 cc of formula (Yoshin A+) every 3-4 hours. A pharmacy that sells formula mentioned that Yoshin has a higher iron content, which can l...

Dr. Yu Meiling Reply:
1. If the baby is drinking the current formula smoothly, there is no need to switch, especially since the child is developing well. Around 4 months, you can gradually introduce fruit juice, vegetable juice, oatmeal, and rice cereal. After 7 months, you can add fruit puree, vegeta...

Understanding Size Variations in Children's Kidneys: What Parents Should Know

The sizes of pediatric kidneys vary? Recently, my six-year-old son mentioned that his "little brother" was hurting. After a doctor's examination, it was diagnosed as inflammation, and an ultrasound was performed. The doctor noted that the sizes of the child's ...

Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
The pain in the "little brother" (referring to the penis) caused by inflammation is a reasonable situation; however, it is unclear whether it is due to localized inflammation of the urethral opening or a urinary tract infection, as these two conditions have different cl...

Why Does My Baby Shiver While Urinating? Pediatric Concerns Explained

The baby trembles while urinating? The baby is now over three months old and often shivers when urinating. Is this a sign of a urinary system issue or a kidney problem? Should we see a doctor?

Dr. Zheng Peian Reply:
Please have a pediatrician conduct a thorough examination, and if necessary, perform a urinalysis or other tests.

Previous｜Page ｜Next