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The association between monosymptomatic enuresis and allergic diseases in children

Suzan Yılmaz-Durmuş1, Demet Alaygut2, Alper Soylu3

  • 1Departments of Pediatrics, Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine, İzmir, Turkey.

The Turkish Journal of Pediatrics
|March 13, 2019
PubMed

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This study found a significant association between allergic diseases and monosymptomatic enuresis (MSE) in children. Children with MSE were more likely to have allergies, suggesting a link between these conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
  • Pediatric Urology

Background:

  • Monosymptomatic enuresis (MSE) is a common condition in children.
  • The potential link between allergic diseases and MSE requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the correlation between monosymptomatic enuresis (MSE) and allergic diseases in pediatric patients.
  • To compare the prevalence of allergic diseases in children with MSE versus a healthy control group.

Main Methods:

  • A clinical study involving 50 pediatric patients with MSE (≥7 years old) and 50 healthy controls.
  • Data collected via questionnaires including International Study of Asthma and Allergies in Childhood (ISAAC) and family history of allergies and enuresis.
  • Allergic diseases assessed included asthma, allergic rhinitis, eczema, and food allergy.

Main Results:

  • Allergic diseases were present in 34% of children with MSE, compared to 12% in the control group (p < 0.01).
  • A higher prevalence of family history for enuresis (40%) and atopy (26%) was observed in the MSE group.
  • Allergic diseases were significantly more frequent in children with MSE.

Conclusions:

  • There is a statistically significant association between allergic diseases and monosymptomatic enuresis in children.
  • Findings suggest that allergic conditions may play a role in the development of MSE.
  • Further research is warranted to explore the underlying mechanisms and potential therapeutic implications.

Keywords:
allergic diseaseschildrenenuresis

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