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Evaluation of the association between asthma and non-neurogenic urinary incontinence in children; a case-control

Elaheh Ziaei1, Fatemeh Dorreh2, Parsa Yousefichaijan2

  • 1Faculty of medicine, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran.

BMC Pediatrics
|March 30, 2023
PubMed

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Children with asthma have a higher risk of developing urinary incontinence, including specific types like non-monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis and overactive bladder. Early evaluation and treatment of these conditions are crucial for improving children's quality of life.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Pulmonology
  • Pediatric Urology

Background:

  • Asthma is a prevalent chronic childhood condition.
  • Asthma is linked to sleep disturbances, psychiatric issues, and urinary incontinence.
  • Existing research suggests a connection between allergic diseases and urinary incontinence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between asthma and non-neurogenic urinary incontinence in children.
  • To identify specific types of urinary incontinence correlated with asthma.

Main Methods:

  • A case-control study involving 314 children (157 with asthma, 157 without) aged three and above.
  • Utilized International Children's Continence Society definitions for urinary disorders.
  • Assessed conditions including monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (MNE), non-monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (NMNE), vaginal reflux (VR), pollakiuria, infrequent voiding, giggle incontinence (GI), and overactive bladder (OAB).

Main Results:

  • Children with asthma were significantly younger on average.
  • Asthma showed a significant correlation with NMNE, infrequent voiding, and OAB.
  • A notable association between MNE and asthma was observed in male children.

Conclusions:

  • A significant relationship exists between asthma and specific urinary incontinence types in children.
  • Children diagnosed with asthma require thorough evaluation for urinary disorders.
  • Prompt diagnosis and treatment of urinary incontinence in asthmatic children can enhance their quality of life.
Abstract

Keywords:
AsthmaGiggle incontinenceNocturnal enuresisOveractive bladderUrinary incontinencepollakiuria

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