The clean catch urine specimen of a child with dysuria, frequency, and fever has
a colony count between 50,000 and 100,000 of E. coli. What is the treatment for this child?

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The child has symptoms consistent with a urinary tract infection, and the colony count of E. coli in the urine indicates an infection. Treatment with antibiotics is recommended to resolve the infection and alleviate symptoms. Sensitivity testing may be performed after initiating empirical therapy. A repeat culture may be necessary if symptoms persist or worsen despite antibiotics. Obtaining a complete blood count and C-reactive protein may be helpful in evaluating for systemic involvement or complications but is not necessary for initial treatment.

The Clean Catch Urine Specimen of a Child with Dysuria