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Here’s a question we’d like to ask you… what is appropriate sideline communication? Is it important to cheer? To correct mistakes? To point out to the coachs or refs what they can’t see?
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I’m going to jump in here, as well. Let me echo Brandi’s thoughts that we are here to be both supportive and informative to parents and kids, alike. Let me also say that we can not diagnosis or treat any medical condition with this forum.
I’m going to post a discussion on this topic on our “Ask The Doc” portal.
Posted: 01/13/2010 @ 10:09
The medical term for bedwetting is “enuresis.“ It is a common childhood problem.
Daytime bladder control takes place 1st, usually by 4 years of age. Nighttime bladder control takes longer, with the usual age between 5-7. At 5 years of age, 16% of children have trouble staying dry at night. By age 15, 1-2% continue to wet their bed.
There are many different causes for bedwetting. The bladder may be maturing more slowly than usual. It may hold a smaller amount of urine. There can be hormonal influences. There can be genetic influences. Deep sleep has been implicated, as well.
Enuresis may interfere with a child’s ability to socialize with their friends. Parents and children alike may be both embarrassed and anxious about the problem.
Yes, there are solutions!Treatment may include bladder training, fluid management, behavioral training, and sometimes medications. Please understand that treatment may take some time and early failures are common. Parents need to understand that bedwetting is involuntary. A child should never be punished or teased for this problem.
Very rarely, bedwetting is due to an underlying medical condition. A simple urinalysis can usually detect these. Your child’s pediatrician is the best place to seek help. Please seek out his or her guidance and support.
Please know that you are not alone!
Feel free to send us your thoughts, comments, and questions.
Doc
Posted: 01/17/2010 @ 11:34
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