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Cure og giggle micturition

J T Brocklebank, S R Meadow

    Archives of Disease in Childhood
    |March 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    This study reports on two boys experiencing involuntary wetting due to laughter, a condition known as giggle micturition. Both boys were successfully treated, highlighting potential therapeutic approaches for this condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Urology
    • Neurology
    • Behavioral Science

    Background:

    • Giggle micturition, characterized by involuntary bladder emptying during laughter, is a rare condition.
    • Previous reports often describe persistent symptoms without clear resolution.

    Observation:

    • Two adolescent males (11 and 13 years old) presented with unstoppable bladder emptying triggered by laughter.
    • Symptoms varied, with one boy experiencing wetting only when standing and in social situations, while the other was affected regardless of posture or company.
    • A family history of wetting, including giggle micturition, was noted in one case.

    Findings:

    • Both boys achieved complete resolution of giggle micturition symptoms.
    • One boy was cured within 6 weeks, and the other within 6 months.

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  • The exact contribution of supportive measures, postural advice, and propantheline to the successful outcomes remains undetermined.

    • Implications:

    • This study suggests that giggle micturition may be a treatable condition in adolescents.
    • Successful outcomes indicate the potential efficacy of a multi-faceted approach including behavioral and pharmacological interventions.
    • Further research is warranted to elucidate the specific mechanisms and optimize treatment strategies for giggle micturition.