10 Causes of Bladder Infection
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Cause #3: Vesicoureteral Reflux
Vesicoureteral reflux is a condition where there is backflow of urine from the bladder up toward the ureters and kidneys. Normally, the urine flows from the kidneys through the ureters to the bladder. The presence of a valve in the ureteral bladder junction helps to stop the backflow of urine.
About 50 percent of children with vesicoureteral reflux have mild to no symptoms. However, vesicoureteral reflux increases the likelihood of kidney and bladder infections. In many cases, the development of UTIs may prompt the investigation of vesicoureteral reflux among children.
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