Pediatric Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis)

What is Pediatric Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis)?

In most cases, children under age 7 who have bedwetting episodes is not a cause for concern. Bedwetting – or nocturnal enuresis – in children age 7 and younger is a normal part of developing overnight bladder control. If your child is age 7 or older and still regularly wets the bed, you should seek the guidance of a pediatric specialist.

How is Pediatric Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis) diagnosed?

• Renal bladder ultrasound 
• Urine analysis 
• Uroflow 
• X-ray of the abdomen
• Video urodynamic study
• Voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG) 
• MRI of the spine

What are the causes of Pediatric Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis)?

The exact cause is unknown, but there are many factors that can make bedwetting worse including:

• Constipation
• Stress
• UTIs
• Difficulty waking while sleeping

How is Pediatric Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis) treated?

• Modification of voiding habits
• Treatment for constipation or stool retention
• Biofeedback
• Medication