Night-time bedwetting in older children is known as nocturnal enuresis. A paediatrician can be instrumental in helping an older child with nocturnal enuresis by providing a comprehensive assessment, personalised guidance, and targeted interventions. Our paediatric specialist at Specialist Medical & Therapy solution can help your child.
Medical Evaluation
Our paediatrician will conduct a thorough medical evaluation to rule out any underlying medical conditions that might be contributing to bedwetting in the older child. Conditions like urinary tract infections, diabetes, hormonal imbalances, or structural abnormalities may need to be assessed and treated appropriately.
Understanding the Cause
Bedwetting in older children can have various causes, including physical, emotional, or behavioural factors. Our paediatrician will work to identify the specific cause(s) in the individual child to tailor the treatment accordingly.
Parent-Child Communication
Our paediatrician can facilitate open communication between the child and parents regarding the bedwetting issue. This helps the child feel comfortable discussing their concerns and reduces any shame or embarrassment associated with the problem.
Behavioral and Lifestyle Recommendations
Our paediatrician can provide guidance on behavioral and lifestyle changes that may help manage bedwetting. This may include limiting fluids before bedtime, encouraging regular bathroom visits, using bathroom reminders or alarms, and establishing a consistent bedtime routine.
Bedwetting Alarms
If appropriate, our paediatrician may recommend the use of bedwetting alarms, which alert the child and parents when the child starts to urinate during sleep. These alarms can be effective in conditioning the child to wake up when they feel the urge to urinate.
Medications
In certain cases, our paediatrician may consider prescribing medications that can help reduce bedwetting episodes. These medications may include antidiuretics or other medications that can help regulate nighttime urine production.
Psychological Support
Bedwetting in older children can be emotionally distressing. Our paediatrician can offer emotional support to the child and parents, addressing any anxieties or emotional factors that may contribute to the bedwetting.
Encouragement and Positive Reinforcement
Our paediatrician can encourage the child’s efforts to manage bedwetting and provide positive reinforcement for progress and improvements.
Monitoring and Follow-up
Our paediatrician will monitor the child’s progress over time and make adjustments to the treatment plan if necessary. Regular follow-up visits allow for ongoing support and evaluation of the child’s response to interventions.
Referral to Specialists
In cases where the bedwetting problem is particularly challenging or has complex underlying factors, our paediatrician may refer your child to other specialists, such as paediatric urologists or paediatric psychologists, for further evaluation and management.
At Specialist Medical & Therapy Solutions, we will work closely with the older child and you. Our paediatrician can create a supportive and effective treatment plan to address bedwetting and promote your child’s overall well-being and self-esteem. It is essential for you as a parents and caregivers to collaborate with our paediatrician and follow our guidance to manage bedwetting successfully.
