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8 yr old boy. bedwetting, periodic night terrors, deep sleeper. catheterized as toddler in er. on 1/2-1 ddavp (desmopressin) .2 nightly for 2 mos. what is next step to help him? long trm effects of ddavp (desmopressin)?
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Psychiatrist: Hopefully he is seeing an experienced pediatric psychiatrist. If not please do this asap. May need very long term therapy. This requires a sensitive and communicative therapist who can bond with your son and establish a long-standing relationship. Do not start this if it will be interrupted suddenly. Good luck. Hope the little guy feels better soon.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Nocturnal enuresis: Sounds like enuresis is nocturnal only. Is he a dysfunctional voider? Is he constipated? You should consult with a pediatric urologist. Somtimes anti-cholinergic agents help. Ddavp used long term really have not much effect. It is a hormone secreted naturally by kidneys to concentrate urine.
Answered 4/22/2013
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