The National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse released this electronic information sheet on urinary tract infections.  We have not experienced one of these in our house as of yet, nor did I have one as a kid, so I suspect it would be difficult to spot if without being aware of the potential symptoms.  It is important to note that some children need to be assessed for proper functioning of their urinary tract using ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). 

Children who urinate frequently, have a mystery fever or complain of low back pain may need to be evaluated for a urinary tract infection.  It is possible for children to experience long term effects from urinary tract infections including kidney scars, poor kidney growth or poor kidney function so it is important for parents to be familiar with this condition.  The information sheet contains valuable information for parents in a concise form.