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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Urology
  • Educational Psychology

Background:

  • Enuresis and lower urinary tract dysfunction (LUTD) are common in children.
  • Teachers' perceptions of toilet requests can impact school environment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Determine the prevalence of enuresis and LUTD in Indian school children.
  • Assess teachers' perceptions and challenges regarding student toilet requests.

Main Methods:

  • Anonymous surveys using modified Dysfunctional Voiding and Incontinence Scoring System (DVISS) for 2518 students.
  • Validated Bathroom Behaviour and Teachers' Hassle scales administered to 138 teachers.

Main Results:

  • Prevalence: Enuresis (4.7%), non-monosymptomatic enuresis (2.1%), overactive bladder (2.6%), dysfunctional voiding syndrome (0.8%).
  • Teacher responses: 31.2% refused toilet requests; 59.4% understood medical causes.
  • Hassle factors: 39.8% found requests frequent hassle, 28.7% found them intense.

Conclusions:

  • A significant minority of teachers misunderstand toilet requests, causing stress.
  • Improved teacher awareness and support systems are needed for children with enuresis and LUTD.