Causes of bedwetting are not the same for everyone. Night time bedwetting is called nocturnal enuresis. It is rare but bedwetting can be caused by underlying illnesses and other physical problems. There is no cure for bedwetting because there really isn’t a need for one. Most kids outgrow bedwetting eventually.
Illness is one cause that can cause the child to wet the bed. A cold, a fever, or bronchitis,
hard coughing can trigger episodes of wetting the bed. There may be more serious underlying concerns that could be triggering episodes of bedwetting.
Some children are born with smaller than normal bladders that cannot hold the normal amount of urine that their body produces. There is a possibility that a child’s bladder may be developing slowly and cannot hold the normal amount of urine at night.
Soda, coffee, or tea should be avoided or even eliminated. These beverages cause the body to create more urine than normal. When the bladder is full it will empty to accommodate more urine.
Stress is another trigger. Kids feel stress too. The stress of moving, a new school, and making new friends is hard for a lot kids. Some of them have difficulty with stuff that goes beyond basic
school subjects. They could be worried about an upcoming test or they could also be required to do oral presentations. Shyness and fear that many children of public speaking may also trigger bedwetting.
A thorough examination by a pediatrician is strongly recommended particularly when the bedwetting is affecting a child’s self esteem or if a parent thinks it might be more than just a “shy” bladder. Family history and prior health concerns regarding the child is important information to have for the doctor. They should also know any medications a child may be taking because sometimes medication can sometimes cause night time enuresis.
Although many kids do eventually outgrow or stop bedwetting some may not even into their teen years. A doctor might perform more tests on teens and young adults who have not been able to stay dry at night.
Bed wetting is not anyone’s fault whatsoever. There is no cure for it as most kids eventually out grow it. There are things that be tried at home and medication for some kids might be necessary. Parents should not hesitate to talk to their child’s doctor and find out what options are available.
