Psychological Aspects of Enuresis in Childhood - Urology & Nephrology

Since approximately 10-15% of all children at age six years will have  primary  monosymptomatic  nocturnal enuresis (PMNE) [1], it is a common problem that presents to the general pediatrician and   often referred to the urologist or nephrologist. PMNE is defined as bedwetting in children older than age five years without lower urinary tract symptoms or bladder dysfunction [2], and  each year 15%  of children will outgrow the condition resulting in approximately 1% to 2% of adolescents still  suffering from the condition. Nearly all studies addressing PMNE reveal a strong genetic  predisposition at rates of familial history as high as 75% [3]. Since the 1990’s, the medical literature  has become replete with studies which focus on the psychological, psychosocial, and quality  of  life  issues that are associated with enuresis.

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