Patient's question:
Doctor, my friend's child is 6 years old this year, but for some reason, the child has been wetting the bed for the past week and hasn't woken up in the middle of the night. I would like to consult the doctor about what could be causing the child to still wet the bed frequently at the age of 6?Doctor's answer:
If a child is still bedwetting at the age of 6, this condition is usually known as enuresis. From a Western medical perspective, there may be cases of urinary tract infections. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, this is due to spleen and kidney qi deficiency and bladder dysfunction. Treatment can combine both Western and traditional Chinese medicine approaches. First, urological examinations should be ruled out, and then treatments such as herbal moxibustion and pediatric massage can be applied. It is essential to pay attention to lifestyle. Avoid drinking too much water before going to bed.