Enuresis
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There are three types of enuresis:
Primary enuresis:
Loss of bladder control
since birth
Secondary enuresis: the problem is due to an underlying disorder, such as:
Diabetes
Bladder infection
Pregnancy
Cancer
Spinal cord injury
Spinal stenosis
Nocturnal enuresis:
Bedwetting
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Last Updated: Apr 18, 2008
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Enuresis References:
Moffatt ME. Nocturnal enuresis: a review of the efficacy of treatments and practical advice for clinicians. J Dev Behav Pediatr. 1997 Feb;18(1):49-56.
von Gontard A, Schaumburg H, Hollmann E, Eiberg H, Rittig S. The genetics of enuresis: a review. J Urol. 2001 Dec;166(6):2438-43.
