Patient's question:
The child has been experiencing symptoms of wetting the pants recently. In the past, they would feel the urge to urinate and then only release urine after taking off their pants. Now, they have developed frequent urination and a strong urge to urinate. I would like to know what should be done about the child's frequent urination and urgent need to urinate.Doctor's answer:
Frequent urination in children is also relatively common and can generally be divided into two categories: pathological and physiological. Pathological causes include possible infections, stones, or the presence of foreign objects, with urinary tract infections being the most common. Physiological frequent urination, apart from lifestyle factors such as excessive fluid intake, gradually colder weather, or ill-fitting pants, is most commonly attributed to psychological causes. Psychological factors may be the underlying cause. It is important not to pay attention to it, not to ask about it, and not to force the child to urinate. Even if the child wets their pants, comfort them and alleviate their anxiety. Gradually, it may improve.