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Management of bedwetting.

Annie Moulden1

  • 1Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne.

Australian Family Physician
|March 29, 2002
PubMed
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Nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting) is a common condition impacting self-esteem. Effective treatments like alarm systems and desmopressin achieve over 90% success rates for persistent cases.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Urology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting) is a common, inherited condition affecting children and adults.
  • It can cause significant emotional distress and negatively impact self-esteem, particularly in older children and adolescents.
  • It is not a sign of laziness but a medical condition requiring understanding and treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To enhance general practitioners' understanding of nocturnal enuresis.
  • To highlight the importance of accurate diagnosis and effective treatment strategies for bedwetting.
  • To provide evidence-based guidance for managing this common condition.

Main Methods:

  • Review of spontaneous remission rates in children over 10 years old.
  • Evaluation of the effectiveness of common home-based interventions (e.g., waking to void, reward charts, fluid restriction).

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  • Assessment of treatment outcomes for alarm systems and desmopressin therapy.

    • Main Results:

    • Spontaneous remission rates for nocturnal enuresis over age 10 are low, approximately 5% annually.
    • Commonly attempted home treatments show limited effectiveness.
    • Treatment with alarm systems is effective, with desmopressin showing high success rates in non-responders.

    Conclusions:

    • Nocturnal enuresis requires medical attention, as home remedies are often ineffective.
    • Alarm systems and desmopressin are highly successful treatments for persistent bedwetting, with over 90% efficacy.
    • Early diagnosis and appropriate intervention by general practitioners are crucial for managing nocturnal enuresis effectively.