- Urinary tract infection (UTI): This is a common cause of white or cloudy urine in children. UTIs are caused by bacteria that enter the urinary tract through the urethra, and can cause a variety of symptoms including frequent urination, pain or burning when urinating, cloudy or white urine, and fever.
- Kidney stones: These are hard deposits of minerals and salts that can form in the kidneys. They can cause pain in the back, side, or abdomen, as well as cloudy or white urine, nausea and vomiting, and fever.
- Dehydration: This can occur when a child does not drink enough fluids, and can cause the urine to become concentrated and appear white or cloudy.
- Certain medications: Some medications, such as antibiotics, can cause the urine to turn white or cloudy.
- Rare genetic disorders: There are a few rare genetic disorders that can cause white or cloudy urine, such as cystinuria and alkaptonuria.
If your five-year-old son is peeing white stuff, it is important to see a doctor to determine the cause and receive appropriate treatment.