Introduction.
Reasons for bedwetting.
Signs of bedwetting.
When bedwetting stops in most children.
How to deal with bedwetting.
When to meet your doctor
Some beneficial tips.
Introduction to bedwetting
Bedwetting refers to the involuntary urination noted in children that occurs especially at night. Medical world calls this developmental stage of the growing child as the “enuresis stage.” A Child is considered to have primary enuresis, when he or she had never been dry at night time and children who begin to wet the bed after at least 6 months of dry nights are considered to have secondary enuresis.
Bedwetting is commonly noted in children until they reach the age of 5 or 6 years. This condition is more frequent in boys than girls. Most children (as per reports, 15 out of 100 children) stop bedwetting eventually without any treatment at all.
Reasons for bedwetting
Reasons for bedwetting
There are several factors that have been reported to cause bedwetting in young children. Hereditary factor is considered as the most common cause. So, if you had the problem during your childhood, your child may have
Signs of bedwetting
Signs of bedwetting
Uncontrolled or involuntary urination, especially at night that occurs for about 2 times in a month is the common sign of bedwetting. This frequency may vary. This may be noted until the child attains an age of 6 years when the
How to deal with bedwetting
How to deal with bedwetting
However, doing nothing about it or punishing the child for bedwetting can worsen the situation and cause prolongation of the problem. Taking simple steps at home can result in faster recovery. However, if the problem persists
When to meet your doctor
You may meet the doctor if the bedwetting problems persist beyond the age of 7 years. Medications known as desmopressins and tricyclic antidepressants are commonly prescribed by the doctors to aid in the treatment of bedwetting.
However, this is only a short term treatment and the major treatment should be the home remedies discussed before.
- Refrain from punishing or scolding the child after an ‘accident.’
- Advise the child that he can use the toilet at night. Keep the way to the toilet lit, this will make it easier for the child to find his way to the toilet.
- A plastic cover on the entire bed can help protect your mattress.
Written by: healthplus24 team
Date last updated: July 13, 2011