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Pediatricians Challenge Misconceptions About Bedwetting at Upcoming Congress

The Società italiana di pediatria emphasizes the need for awareness, proper diagnosis, and treatment of enuresis, affecting up to 10% of school-age children.

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Overview

  • Enuresis, or bedwetting, impacts 1 in 10 school-age children, yet over 65% of cases go undiagnosed and untreated, according to experts.
  • The condition is often misunderstood, with common myths including that it will resolve on its own or is solely a psychological issue.
  • Physiological causes of enuresis include inadequate antidiuretic hormone production, delayed brain circuit maturation, and overactive bladder function.
  • Experts warn that untreated enuresis can lead to significant emotional and social challenges, including shame, isolation, and long-term relational difficulties.
  • The Società italiana di pediatria will address these issues at its 80th Congress on May 28, offering practical management strategies and advocating for empathetic support from parents and caregivers.