Can enuresis caused by spina bifida occulta in children be cured?

In general, whether enuresis caused by occult spina bifida in children can be cured depends on the specific condition of the disease. If a child experiences persistent bedwetting or other discomforts, it is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation for professional assessment. The detailed analysis is as follows:

If a child with occult spina bifida has no significant nerve damage and only mild enuresis, symptoms can often improve with proper intervention. Daily management should include scheduled waking for urination, adjustment of drinking habits, and pelvic floor muscle exercises. In most cases, as the child grows older, enuresis gradually resolves and normal urinary control is restored.

However, if occult spina bifida is accompanied by evident neurological damage—such as tethered cord syndrome or abnormal nerve development—the treatment of enuresis becomes more challenging. Even with medications and rehabilitation training, therapy mainly aims at symptom relief. Some children may continue to experience long-term enuresis and require ongoing management to minimize its impact on daily life.

It is important to monitor the child’s urination patterns regularly, record the frequency and timing of bedwetting episodes to assist diagnosis and treatment; maintain good hygiene of the perineal area to prevent urinary tract infections; avoid excessive scolding, reduce psychological stress, and prevent worsening of enuresis. Regular hospital follow-ups are necessary to monitor spinal and neurological development and to adjust the intervention plan promptly.