Diseases
enuresis
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Overview
Urinary incontinence (enuresis) is the medical term for bedwetting. Incontinence is accidental or intentional urination in children who are at an age where they should be able to have control of their bladders. Girls usually obtain bladder control before boys do.
Symptoms
- minor leaks of urine
- sudden, intense urge to urinate followed by an involuntary loss of urine.
- frequent dribbling of urine due to a bladder that doesn't empty completely
Causes
- urinary incontinence can be caused by everyday habits, underlying medical conditions or physical problems. a thorough evaluation by your doctor can help determine what's behind your incontinence.
- urinary tract infection.
- constipation
Risk factors
- gender. women are more likely to have stress incontinence.
- being overweight
- enlarged prostate
Diagnosis
- ultrasound
- urinalysis
- postvoid residual measurement.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is enuresis?
Urinary incontinence (enuresis) is the medical term for bedwetting. Incontinence is accidental or intentional urination in children who are at an age where they should be able to have control of their bladders. Girls usually obtain bladder control before boys do.
What are the symptoms of enuresis?
minor leaks of urine, sudden, intense urge to urinate followed by an involuntary loss of urine., frequent dribbling of urine due to a bladder that doesn't empty completely
What causes enuresis?
urinary incontinence can be caused by everyday habits, underlying medical conditions or physical problems. a thorough evaluation by your doctor can help determine what's behind your incontinence.; urinary tract infection.; constipation
Which medicines are used for enuresis?
imipramine
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