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Adult Bed Wetting: The Occurrence of Nocturnal Enuresis in Adults |
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Doctors will say there’s nothing to be embarrassed about, but they aren’t the ones who had to change the bed sheets. However, being embarrassed about bedwetting shouldn’t stop a person from seeking help. If anything, it should embolden them to find a solution to conquer the problem before long-term medical, sleep, and/or emotional problems develop. There is a certain perception that enuresis, the medical term for bedwetting, is something that only happens to small children. While it is more common amongst children, 1-2% of adults still experience bedwetting. However, adult bed wetting is usually a symptom of a disease or a disorder that can be effectively treated. Finding the Cause for Bed Wetting in AdultsAdult onset bedwetting is classified as secondary nocturnal enuresis. One of the most common causes of secondary nocturnal enuresis is a urinary tract infection. The infection causes irritation to the bladder, and consequentially, there is a lack of control when it comes to urination. If this is the cause, then the person will most likely experience incontinence during the day as well.Other underlying physical problems can also lead to adult bed wetting. It can signal the onset of Type 2 Diabetes. Sleep disorders such as night seizures and sleep apnea can also trigger enuresis. At the sign of bedwetting, one should notify their doctor to do a full examination. It could be a symptom of a disorder that would have otherwise gone undetected. Enuresis TreatmentBecause adult onset enuresis is usually a symptom of an underlying disorder, the cure rate for the problem is that of the disorder. It could be as easy as taking antibiotics for a urinary tract infection.The prescription drug DDAVP can help control adult bed wetting. However, it does not cure the cause of the enuresis. It can only be used in the short-run as a drug that displaces the symptom while the diagnosis is still unclear. About the authorJudy's favorite pastime is reading, and when she's not reading, she's writing. Most of the time she writes about stuff she's familiar with, like Chinese symbols and Chinese astrology, but sometimes she breaks out and writes about anything and everything. She hopes her writings are a good read.
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