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By Mr Andrew Robb
13.10.23
Paediatric urologist

All about kidney reflux in children

Kidney reflux in children can increase the chances of developing a urinary tract infection (UTI). What is it, and what can be done about it? Mr Andrew Robb, leading paediatric urologist in Birmingham, answers these questions in expert detail and addresses lifestyle changes that can help.  

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By Mr Andrew Robb
12.09.23
Paediatric urologist

UTIs in children: here's what you should know

Here, in one of our latest articles, Mr Andrew Robb, a highly distinguished consultant paediatric urologist, outlines the various signs and symptoms of urinary tract infections in children, and tells us how they can be prevented and most effectively managed.

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By Mr Andrew Robb
02.08.23
Paediatric urologist

Understanding foreskin concerns in children

In his latest online article, Mr Andrew Robb gives us an insight into phimosis and balanitis, he expains what these conditions are, the most common concerns, when to seek medical attention and the different types of treatment.

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By Mr Andrew Robb
20.03.23
Paediatric urologist

Common paediatric urological conditions

Paediatric urological conditions refer to medical conditions affecting the urinary tract, bladder and kidneys of children. Some of the most common paediatric urological conditions include: Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): A UTI is a bacterial infection that affects the urinary tract, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. UTIs often result in painful or frequent urination, urine with an unpleasant odour, fever, and abdominal pain. Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) This occurs as a result of urine flowing back from the bladder, into the ureters and kidneys. It can cause repeated UTIs, urinary incontinence and high blood pressure.

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By Mr Andrew Robb
28.06.19
Paediatric urologist

Hydrocele treatment: does my child need surgery?

Hydroceles are a build-up of fluid around the testicle that can affect young boys. While not usually painful, swollen scrotums should always be checked out. How do you treat a hydrocele? We asked leading paediatric urologist Mr Andrew Robb.

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By Mr Andrew Robb
19.06.19
Paediatric urologist

Types of hydrocele

It is always worrying when something is wrong with our children, but it can be a particular concern when the condition affects their genitals. Swollen testicles can indicate the presence of a hydrocele. But what is this condition and how does it happen? Esteemed paediatric urologist Mr Andrew Robb explains.

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By Mr Andrew Robb
06.05.19
Paediatric urologist

Haematuria in children

Blood in the urine or haematuria is a nasty surprise in any circumstances, but is all the more worrying when it happens to your children. What can cause blood in the urine? Should we be concerned? What can the doctor do about it? Expert paediatric urologist Mr Andrew Robb has the answers.

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By Mr Andrew Robb
25.04.19
Paediatric urologist

How to stop bedwetting

How can I stop my child wetting the bed? In the second part of our interview with expert paediatric urologist Mr Andrew Robb, he provides some solutions to bedwetting in children.

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By Mr Andrew Robb
16.04.19
Paediatric urologist

Bedwetting in children: ask an expert

If our children are frequently wetting the bed, lots of questions go through our minds. Is bedwetting normal? What causes it? What age do kids usually stop wetting the bed? We asked expert paediatric urologist Mr Andrew Robb, a specialist who looks after young people with problems with their waterworks, for answers to these questions.

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By Mr Andrew Robb
11.02.19
Paediatric urologist

Signs of kidney stones in children

Kidney stones can present in a number of different ways in children. Kidney stones can be asymptomatic, especially those that are in the kidney and not causing any blockage. The stones may only be detected while investigating urinary tract infections. Mr Andrew Robb, a paediatric urologist tells us how kidney stones are diagnosed and treated in children.

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