Question
A 3-year-old boy is experiencing pain during nighttime urination, with a sensation of needing to urinate but no urine is actually released. There are no redness or swelling symptoms. What could be the cause, and how should it be handled?
Answer
Based on the description, the boy’s painful nighttime urination with no urine flow could be a sign of urethritis. This is due to an infection caused by pathogenic bacteria. It is recommended to keep the child’s lower body dry, avoid sitting directly on the ground to reduce the risk of infection. At the same time, regularly clean the child’s external genitalia, change underwear frequently, and drink plenty of water to promote body detoxification. Typically, this condition will improve on its own within a few days.