What to do about bedwetting
Dec 20, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Cao Zhiqiang
Introduction
In general, bedwetting may be caused by factors such as age, genetic predisposition, excessive fluid intake, urinary tract infections, diabetes, and other reasons. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention, identify the underlying cause, and then undergo general treatment or medication under the guidance of a qualified physician. In daily life, it is advised to maintain good elimination habits and avoid holding urine.
Generally, bedwetting may be caused by age-related factors, genetic factors, excessive fluid intake, urinary tract infections, diabetes, and other reasons. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention to identify the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatments, such as general management and medication, under the guidance of a qualified physician. A detailed explanation is as follows:
1. Age-related factors
In children, the nervous system and bladder control abilities have not fully matured, which may lead to an inability to sense bladder fullness at night and wake up in time to urinate, potentially resulting in bedwetting. Usually, as children grow older, nocturnal enuresis tends to resolve naturally. Parents should offer positive encouragement, help establish good urination habits, such as reducing fluid intake before bedtime and setting regular wake-up times for urination. If the problem persists, consultation with a pediatrician is recommended.
2. Genetic factors
If there is a family history of nocturnal enuresis, it may influence an individual's bladder capacity, neural control, and sleep patterns, leading to bedwetting at night. It is recommended to seek timely medical advice to help manage nighttime urine production and improve bladder control.
3. Excessive fluid intake
In daily life, excessive water consumption may increase the filtration burden on the kidneys, resulting in increased urine production, which can lead to bedwetting. Typically, no additional symptoms are present. It is recommended to control fluid intake and adjust water consumption according to individual weight, living environment, and activity level, avoiding excessive drinking.
4. Urinary tract infection
Urinary tract infections refer to infections of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra caused by various pathogens. These infections may irritate the bladder and urethra, potentially causing bedwetting. Symptoms such as cloudy urine and fever may also be present. It is recommended to seek prompt medical attention and follow the physician's instructions to take medications such as norfloxacin capsules, amoxicillin capsules, cefixime, and others for treatment.
5. Diabetes
In patients with diabetes, high blood sugar levels can cause the kidneys to produce more urine, increasing nighttime urine volume and resulting in bedwetting. Symptoms such as thirst, increased fluid intake, increased appetite, and weight loss may also be present. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention and control blood sugar levels using medications such as metformin tablets, glimepiride, acarbose, etc., while establishing regular urination habits.
In daily life, it is recommended to maintain good elimination habits and avoid holding urine. Additionally, developing healthy lifestyle and dietary habits can help enhance self-immunity.
