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Posterior urethral valve - Symptoms

What are the symptoms of PUV?

There are various symptoms associated with PUV, but they may not affect every child in the same way. The degree of blockage affects the severity of the symptoms. These boys can have

  • urinary tract infections (UTIs)
  • difficulty urinating
  • a weak stream of urine
  • unusually frequent urination
  • bedwetting after toilet training has been successful
  • poor weight gain
  • an enlarged bladder, so that it can be felt through the abdomen as a lump

However, these symptoms can resemble those of other conditions, so you should always check with your doctor.


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