A child with secondary enuresis who complains of dysuria or urgency should be evaluated for which condition?
A) Hypocalciuria
B) Nephrotic syndrome
C) Glomerulonephritis
D) UTI

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Complaints of dysuria or urgency from a child with secondary enuresis suggest the possibility of a UTI.An excessive loss of calcium in the urine (hypercalciuria)can be associated with complaints of painful urination,urgency,frequency,and wetting.Nephrotic syndrome is not usually associated with complaints of dysuria or urgency.Glomerulonephritis is not a likely cause of dysuria or urgency.

A Child with Secondary Enuresis Who Complains of Dysuria or Urgency