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Need Medication For Pelvicalyceal Dilatation

hello. found out that my 2 month old son might have pelvicalyceal dilatation .they did an ultrasound on him when he was 5 weeks.. and they also just did an pee test which he did have a UTI..he was givin anitbitiocs...should i should be worry?? he has an appt with the kidney specialist on jan 21st 2014...
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He could have reflux causing the dilation.
It is common, so nothing to worry.
Typically we prescribe a daily antibiotic until the urine reflux resolves and if its just a dilation, then often we dont have to do anything but follow with ultrasounds yearly.

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Need Medication For Pelvicalyceal Dilatation

He could have reflux causing the dilation. It is common, so nothing to worry. Typically we prescribe a daily antibiotic until the urine reflux resolves and if its just a dilation, then often we dont have to do anything but follow with ultrasounds yearly. Please rate 5 stars! I strive to provide the best answer to your questions!