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4. Bedwetting and toileting problems in children.

Patrina H Y Caldwell1, Denise Edgar, Elisabeth Hodson

  • 1NHMRC Centre for Clinical Research Excellence in Renal Medicine, The Children's Hospital at Westmead, Sydney, NSW. Patrinac@chw.edu.au

The Medical Journal of Australia
|February 22, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Bedwetting, or nocturnal enuresis, is common in children and impacts self-esteem. Alarm devices are effective for primary nocturnal enuresis without daytime symptoms.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Urology
  • Child Psychology

Background:

  • Nocturnal enuresis affects a significant percentage of children, with varying prevalence rates by age.
  • It can negatively impact a child's emotional well-being, social interactions, and academic performance.
  • Distinguishing between primary (never dry) and secondary (relapse) enuresis is crucial for diagnosis.

Observation:

  • Risk factors for primary nocturnal enuresis include genetics, increased nighttime urine production, poor sleep arousal, and bladder issues.
  • Secondary nocturnal enuresis is often linked to infections, diabetes, or psychological stress.
  • Daytime wetting often co-occurs with nighttime wetting in children.

Findings:

  • Monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting only) shows effective treatment with alarm devices, using desmopressin as a secondary option.

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  • Non-monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting with daytime symptoms) requires initial focus on managing daytime urinary issues.
  • Alarm therapy is a primary, effective treatment for bedwetting without associated daytime symptoms.

    • Implications:

    • Effective management of nocturnal enuresis can improve children's quality of life and reduce family stress.
    • Understanding risk factors aids in early identification and intervention strategies for bedwetting.
    • Tailored treatment approaches based on symptom presentation are essential for successful outcomes in pediatric enuresis.