Question 1

how to stop bedwetting ?

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Very difficult: Bedwetting (enuresis) indicates that the control mechanisms of the automatic (autonomic) nervous system are irritable. This can be induced easily by poor diet, particularly the intake of sugar. Voluntary control comes with normal maturation (i.e. Growing up) and that demands good body/brain chemistry.

Question 2

when is bedwetting abnormal?

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What parents think: Is abnormal. Depends upon parents own nexperience as chidren. Some parents and doctors think bedwetting once or twice a week in a seven year old is abnormal others don't. Certainly bedwetting 3 or 4 nights a week in a ten year old is abnormal. 15% of 5-year-olds wet their beds regularly, thus i consider that normal, but worth restricting fluids after supper and toileting them late if, if it works.

Question 3

what can cause bedwetting in adults?

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UTI, small bladder &: Diabetes melitus, reverse circadian rythmn (producing more urine at night than by day. Diabetes insipidus, renal or central where kidneys lose ability to concentrate urine & thus too much urine is produced. Multiple sclerosis, neurogenic bladder dysfunction. All are among causes. Suggest you see a urologist.

Question 4

what can be done for teenage bedwetting?

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See below: If the problem is simple bed wetting, there is a medication called ddavp, (desmopressin) that can be used to provide dry nights. It is not a cure. The only cure is time. However, bed wetting alarms may aid in the resolution.

Question 5

are some people more prone to bedwetting?

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Boys more than girls: Girls tend to achieve night-time dryness earlier than boys and hence boys are more prone to bedwetting than girls. Bedwetting is uncommon in adults, however is > common in women than in men. Children with developmental delay, down syndrome, diabetes insipidus and following bladder reconstructive surgery are all more prone to bedwetting.

Question 6

is there a gentle way to treat bedwetting?

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Alatms: Bed wetting will resolve on its own, eventually. You can try a bed wetting alarm. Which, may help it resolve sooner.  They can be purchased on line.  There is also a medication that can help provide dry nights, but will not treat it.

Question 7

what's an effective bedwetting medication?

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Bed wetting alarm: The safest most effective means of treating mono symptomatic bed wetting is the enuresis alarm.  It has no side effects, requires no monthly copays, and never expires.  It will cure about 85% of pts who awaken.  Ddavp (desmopressin) is the most  commonly prescribed medication for this condition and is relatively safe but can lead to water intoxication and electrolyte abnormalities among other side effects.

Question 8

what can i do to address adult bedwetting?

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Consult urologist.: In mean time get urine tested for infection or presence of sugar (to rule out diabetes) stop drinking after dinner. Set an alrm for 2 - 3 hours after you go to bed. Try a bedwetting alarm (malem, wet stop, nytone etc). You might need medication such as desmopressin or a bladder anticholinergic such as oxybutinin er, detrol, vesicare (solifenacin) etc. However still consult with urologist.

Question 9

can you tell me how to stop bedwetting again?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: for evaluation.  Urinary tract infections, diabetes, hormonal issues, and neurologic conditions would be some considerations that require treatment in a 46 year old with urinary incontinence or enuresis.

Question 10

do you know any pill that can stop bedwetting?

Accepted Answer

See below: If the problem is simple bed wetting, there is a medication called ddavp, (desmopressin) that can be used to provide dry nights. It is not a cure. The only cure is time. However, bed wetting alarms may aid in the resolution.

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