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Nocturnal enuresis and allergy.

N Aydin Mungan1, Ilker Seckiner, Cetin Yesilli

  • 1Department of Urology, Zonguldak Karaelmas University, Zonguldak, Turkey.

Scandinavian Journal of Urology and Nephrology
|August 25, 2005
PubMed
Summary

This study explored the link between childhood bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis) and allergies. Researchers found a potential connection between enuresis and specific food allergies, specifically soybean and hazelnut.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
  • Urology
  • Clinical Immunology

Background:

  • Nocturnal enuresis is a common childhood condition.
  • Allergies are increasingly prevalent in children.
  • The potential link between enuresis and allergies requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine if an association exists between nocturnal enuresis and allergic sensitization.
  • To explore specific allergic markers in children with monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis.

Main Methods:

  • A case-control study involving 37 children with monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis and 18 controls.
  • Allergy testing included total IgE, specific IgE for inhalants and foods (soybean, hazelnut), eosinophilic cationic protein (ECP), and Phadiotop.

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  • Comparison of allergy markers between the enuretic and control groups.

    • Main Results:

    • No statistically significant differences were found in total IgE, inhalant-specific IgE, or Phadiotop levels between groups.
    • Significant differences were observed in specific IgE levels for soybean and hazelnut, and in eosinophilic cationic protein (ECP) levels.
    • These findings suggest a potential role for specific food allergens in nocturnal enuresis.

    Conclusions:

    • This study indicates a possible relationship between nocturnal enuresis and sensitization to soybean and hazelnut allergens.
    • The results may help explain certain cases of childhood bedwetting.
    • Further research is needed to elucidate the underlying mechanisms and optimal management strategies.