Patient's question:
My cousin is already 16 years old this year, but a few days ago her mother said that she actually wet the bed. So I would like to ask, is it normal for a 16-year-old girl to wet the bed? Should I take her to the hospital for a thorough check-up? Are there any special things to pay attention to in daily life habits and dietary habits?Doctor's answer:
This is certainly not normal. If it happens only once or occasionally, it's not a big problem. It doesn't need to be checked at a hospital. It is usually due to mental fatigue, lack of sleep at night, poor sleep quality, and irregular lifestyle. Moderate outdoor exercise, developing good living habits, and not drinking too much water before bed can help prevent it. You can also use some herbs, such as calming and brain tonic, and compound jujube seed capsules. If it happens frequently, it is called enuresis, which is usually due to abnormal nerve control. There may be a neurogenic bladder, spina bifida, or intestinal mesenteric effusion of the spinal cord. Urine color ultrasound and residual urine tests are necessary. Additionally, a lumbar spine MRI is required.