Bed-Wetting
Exams and Tests
Any child beyond age 6 or 7 who continues to wet the bed may need to be evaluated by a health professional. The evaluation should include a urinalysis.
A medical history and a physical exam are also part of a medical evaluation of bed-wetting. If you are having your child evaluated for bed-wetting, for a week or two before your visit, keep a diary that lists when wettings occur and how much urine is released.
If the bed-wetting may be caused by other conditions, further testing may be needed. These include:
- A urinalysis and urine culture to determine whether a bladder or kidney infection is present.
- Psychological testing, if emotional stress is suspected.
If a child has uncontrollable wetting both at night and in the day, other tests may need to be done.
What to think about
Should I schedule a doctor visit to discuss my child's bed-wetting?
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| Author: | Amy Fackler, MA Debby Golonka, MPH | Last Updated: November 14, 2006 |
| Medical Review: | Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Peter Anderson, MD, FRCS(C) - Pediatric Urology | |
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