Secondary Enuresis Facts
Secondary enuresis or secondary nocturnal
enuresis (SNE) is when an individual has maintained proper control over their bladder during the night time hours
for a consecutive period of six months and then the bed wetting problem starts again.
Secondary enuresis is very common in young children but can affect teenagers and
adults as well. Very rarely is the cause of secondary enuresis (or secondary bed wetting) a physical problem, more
often then not it is related to a psychological stressor. Once the period of stress or the
stressful situation or event has come and gone usually the bed wetting disappears as well.
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Absorbent Underwear for the Bed Wetter
Approximately seven million children across the
United States wet their beds on a more or less regular basis. Most researchers
theorize that a bladder that has not fully matured causes nocturnal bed
wetting. Whatever the reason, children are embarrassed by the behavior and
often fear being teased and called names by their siblings, other family
members and peers.
Besides emphasizing to a bed wetting child that the
behavior is not within their control, it is important to be supportive and
understanding of the uncomfortable situation. Another way to help bring some
small comfort to your child and to help bring down his anxiety level is to make
him as physically comfortable as can be. A simple way to do this is by way of
disposable absorbent underpants. These handy disposable underwear work equally
well for boys and girls as no child wants to wake up feeling cold and wet and
fearing anger from their parents. Disposable absorbent underwear absorbs the
urine much like a baby’s diaper does but better. They are thicker than a lot of
diaper brands however they pull on just like a regular pair of underwear. They
also allow a comfortable fit for the child as well. The child is likely to
forget that he is not wearing a regular pair of underpants.
There are a variety of disposable absorbent
underpants on the market and they all provide excellent options for bed wetting
children. Two of the most well known include Pull-ups training pants which are
designed for small children who are making the adjustment from diapers to
underwear (and are a wise option for those who suffer from nocturnal enuresis)
as well as Goodnites absorbent underpants which are specifically geared towards
children who are five or six years old or older who suffer from bed
wetting.
Many adults mistakenly believe that the use of
disposable absorbent underpants for their bed wetting children will only
prolong the problem. There is no evidence at all to substantiate this belief.
In fact using disposable absorbent underwear often cuts down on the level of
frustration that is felt by both the bed wetter as well as the parent who must
constantly wash undergarments, pajamas and bed sheets.
Absorbent, disposable products can also provide
children with more confidence in themselves and less fear of being "found out"
by those in their peer group. Children who wear disposable absorbent underwear
are not as afraid to spend the night at a friend’s house or attend summer camp.
Anything that helps your bed wetting child continue to enjoy his life to the
fullest is sure to make him happier and not wreck havoc with his vulnerable
self image. Many parents find the combination of a moisture alarm and the
disposable absorbent underpants to be a winning, and successful combination at
night.
It is essential for parents to be as understanding
and supportive of their child as possible. As many ways as you can think of to
improve your child’s quality of life is beneficial. Remember that the bed
wetting problem is most likely a temporary state and the child will eventually
outgrow it. In the meantime be kind and patient with your child and help to
ally his fears any way you can.
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The three most common psychological stress triggers for children include beginning school, the birth of a new
baby in the family and needing to spend a few days in the hospital without mommy and daddy in the next room.
While the first two events can also be exciting to the child, many find them frightening prospects and worry
about how their life will change as a result. Many other types of circumstances in a child’s life can also
bring on secondary enuresis. These include problems with schoolwork, problems with a teacher or a bullying
situation, abuse or neglect at home (or seeing the abuse of another family member or a pet), divorce, financial
pressures, alcoholism, constant fighting between spouses or between a parent and a child, fear over an upcoming
test, school project, field trip, etc.
Regardless of whether this happens to a child or an adult if there is complete nighttime bladder control for a
six-month period and then bed wetting begins, whether it be every night or even once or twice a week, it should not
be ignored or brushed aside. If left unchecked and if it becomes ongoing, bed wetting can lead to sleep patterns
that are disrupted which can then lead to serious sleep deprivation. Sleep deprivation in turn ushers in a host of
both physical and psychological concerns for an individual. Not to mention the fact that bed wetting can become a
social oriented problem if you live with other people. As well bed wetting on a fairly regular basis necessitates
the washing machine being used a great deal to keep up with the soiled bedding and pajamas.
It is a good idea to schedule a visit to the doctor and have a thorough medical exam to rule out any physical
problems for the cause of secondary enuresis such as a urinary tract infection.
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Basic information about bedwetting
Bed wetting is a problem that millions of people across the world face.
Clinically known as nocturnal enuresis, the problem is one of taboo and few realize
exactly how medically prevalent the problem is. In this article, we’ll discuss some
of the basics about nocturnal enuresis so that you can have a better understanding
of the problem.
Enuresis is prevalent in much of the youth in society. Current estimates show
that between 5 and 7 million youths are victim to the condition, with more boys
being afflicted than girls. There are many causes to a case of enuresis; it is
known to run in families, and those who have trouble waking up when asleep face a
high risk of bed-wetting. Also, if a child’s central nervous system develops slower
than normal, their bladder may empty while they sleep. Hormonal factors may also
weigh into a likelihood of bed wetting, as well as several physical causes. Urinary
tract infections, abnormalities of the central nervous system or urethral valve,
and a small bladder give a person a significant risk of wetting the bed.
Bed-wetting most often occurs in children that are aged 5 or younger. At age 5,
most children have sufficient bladder control to stop the problem. Although it may
be very troublesome to the parents, bed-wetting until age 5 is relatively common.
If you decide to take your child to a doctor, there are some simple procedures that
they usually perform. They tend to ask questions regarding the bathroom habits of
the child during the nighttime and daytime. Also, they will usually perform a
physical and a urinalysis, as well as asking about the child’s family life, as it
may be a contributing factor to enuresis.
When trying to cure a problem with enuresis, several different tactics are
usually employed. One simple device that most parents use to help their child is an
alarm system that goes off when it gets wet. By waking up every time that the bed
gets wet, the child begins to become conditioned to waking up when they feel the
need to urinate. Other tactics that are useful include setting up a system of
rewards for your child when they get through a night without bed wetting. This gets
them to focus more on the problem, and it may help to curb the enuresis. Another
method of helping children with their bladder control is to have your child
practice keeping urine in for increasingly longer periods of time when they have to
go. If your child is older than 7 and is still experiencing problems with bed
wetting after trying some of the above solutions, doctors may recommend medicine.
One type of medication causes the body to produce less urine, and another increases
the bladder’s capability to hold more urine. While not a cure for bed wetting,
these medications may help you to decrease your likelihood of wetting the bed.
Remember to not make your child feel guilty about the bed-wetting, but be sure to
let them know that it is partially in their power to help stop their problem.
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If that iis not the problem then ask yourself if you are getting enough sleep every night. If you go to
sleep at approximately the same hour every night and you always get seven to eight hours sleep a night then it is
much easier to keep your bladder in check at night. When it comes to adults in particular, altering sleep patterns
can bring on secondary enuresis.
Stress is a very common trigger as well. If you have recently suffered the death of a
loved one, lost a job or are experiencing financial worries this could cause unwanted stress and your body chooses
to express the anxiety by a lack of bladder control at night. For children the stress could result from worries
about schoolwork, an argument with a friend and family problems such as divorce, alcoholism or abuse.
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