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The Urology Forum have been answered by urologists from Henry Ford Health System and by Dr. Kevin Pho.
Question Title: adult enuresisForum: The Urology Forum
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i am 49 y/o and still wet the bed. i have ben to doctors and was told something about a brain disorder. i have had this problem synce childhood. i have tryed just about everything short of sleeping in the tub. i be happy to exchange e mail with anyone that might have the same problem.
Dear Doug, Nocturnal enuresis (the “official term” for your problem) at this age is probably related to a nerve problem that affects your bladder function or a problem with the secretion of a hormone by a gland at the base of your brain. You do need a work-up by a urologist that undoubtedly will include an evaluation for a structural (anatomic) abnormality. The good news is that there are several good treatments for this, depending upon the cause of your problem, These treatments (medications) will need to be used forever, like blood pressure medication, in order to be effective. Again, however, you do need a formal urological evaluation. This information is provided for general medical information purposes only. Please consult your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition. The Henry Ford Hospital Department of Urology has experience in the evaluation and treatment of problems such as you describe. We would be most interested in helping you. You can reach us through our toll-free number (1-800-653-6568). We can also arrange local accommodations through this number if this is your need. Please bring any x-rays (not just the reports) as well as any physicians’ notes and lab test results that you may be able to obtain. These will help us greatly HFHS M.D.-SAL
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