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Wetting the bed randomly
I'm a 27 year old male and occasionally wet the bed every 3-5 months. I've already been to the doctors and they are just as confused about it as I am since there is no set pattern. At first they blamed it on a urine infection but the test came back clear.
It happened again just last night and the time before that was in February. So there has been a 5 month gap.
I have to go back to the hospital for some ultrasound results on my kidneys in october and I do intermittent catheterization. When I went to the hospital they also mentioned about putting me on some drugs as they think my bladder is over producing urine but I'm not so sure about this as I am fine during the day.
It can not happen for months before it suddenly comes on again.
Please help!
Thanks!
It happened again just last night and the time before that was in February. So there has been a 5 month gap.
I have to go back to the hospital for some ultrasound results on my kidneys in october and I do intermittent catheterization. When I went to the hospital they also mentioned about putting me on some drugs as they think my bladder is over producing urine but I'm not so sure about this as I am fine during the day.
It can not happen for months before it suddenly comes on again.
Please help!
Thanks!
Hello again,
Something unexpected happened today. I catheterized and had a BM immediately afterward and when pushing, some urine leaked out of my penis.
This obviously suggests that the bladder is not emptying properly. I don't know whether this provides a clue to the bed wetting but I think it's an important factor.
What could prevent the bladder from fully emptying, taking into account I catheterize which should do the job?
Thank you.
Something unexpected happened today. I catheterized and had a BM immediately afterward and when pushing, some urine leaked out of my penis.
This obviously suggests that the bladder is not emptying properly. I don't know whether this provides a clue to the bed wetting but I think it's an important factor.
What could prevent the bladder from fully emptying, taking into account I catheterize which should do the job?
Thank you.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi,
There is less urine produced at night as there is less or no intake of fluids during sleep :-)
Catheterizing to void bladder prior to going to bed should suffice in case you are sleeping for 8-10 hours.
Also, since the problem with the bedwetting is infrequent, it is not necessary to alter sleep routine in this regard.
Do post any doubts you may have.
Regards
There is less urine produced at night as there is less or no intake of fluids during sleep :-)
Catheterizing to void bladder prior to going to bed should suffice in case you are sleeping for 8-10 hours.
Also, since the problem with the bedwetting is infrequent, it is not necessary to alter sleep routine in this regard.
Do post any doubts you may have.
Regards
Hi,
Thank you for all your help, it is much appreciated!
I only have one more question.
When I was a child, my parents used to wake me to catheterize me through the night.
I have yet to ask my parents whether the doctor told them to do this.
I have never done this myself as I have gotten older. I usually sleep through the night without waking to go to the toilet.
When I asked the doctor back in February whether it was necessary to wake up to go to the toilet, she said no, the catheter should carry me through until the morning.
What is your opinion on this? Should I make an effort to go during the night?
I normally catheterize every 4 hrs during the day and evening.
Thank you for all your help, it is much appreciated!
I only have one more question.
When I was a child, my parents used to wake me to catheterize me through the night.
I have yet to ask my parents whether the doctor told them to do this.
I have never done this myself as I have gotten older. I usually sleep through the night without waking to go to the toilet.
When I asked the doctor back in February whether it was necessary to wake up to go to the toilet, she said no, the catheter should carry me through until the morning.
What is your opinion on this? Should I make an effort to go during the night?
I normally catheterize every 4 hrs during the day and evening.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi,
The impacted stool irritating the prostate or bladder is one possibility.
Other factors that can contribute include consumption of diuretics, caffeine, alcohol, etc.
Citrus fruits can also cause irritation to the prostate gland and this can bring about alterations in bladder function.
Since you have noticed a correlation between bowel movement and the enuresis, you can consider wearing a diaper on such nights.
Fruit and brown bread are good contributors of fiber and should help with the BM.
Regards
The impacted stool irritating the prostate or bladder is one possibility.
Other factors that can contribute include consumption of diuretics, caffeine, alcohol, etc.
Citrus fruits can also cause irritation to the prostate gland and this can bring about alterations in bladder function.
Since you have noticed a correlation between bowel movement and the enuresis, you can consider wearing a diaper on such nights.
Fruit and brown bread are good contributors of fiber and should help with the BM.
Regards
Hello,
Infections were suspected in the past when I have seen my doctor about this problem but the tests came back clear.
I have noticed a correlation with the bedwetting.
And when I went to the hospital in February about the problem, from that point in time, I had made it a point to do a bowel movement before bed.
5 months has been the longest gap between the times I have been bed wetting. And I had a bowel movement the night it last happened, which was last week. So it is still a mystery to me.
But I definetely do see a correlation because during the day, I get heavy urges to urinate unless I do a bowel movement and then I feel better afterward.
Frequency of urine infections are minimal now as I have gotten older. I used to get them all the time because of catheterization but I say I would, perhaps, get infections a couple of times a year.
I have a good diet of eating brown bread and fruit but consumption of salads and veg are pretty minimal.
I have yet to tell my doctor of the correlation between the impacted stools and bed wetting and will tell them when I have my next appointment in October.
In your opinion, would you say this could definetely be the main cause?
Thank you.
Infections were suspected in the past when I have seen my doctor about this problem but the tests came back clear.
I have noticed a correlation with the bedwetting.
And when I went to the hospital in February about the problem, from that point in time, I had made it a point to do a bowel movement before bed.
5 months has been the longest gap between the times I have been bed wetting. And I had a bowel movement the night it last happened, which was last week. So it is still a mystery to me.
But I definetely do see a correlation because during the day, I get heavy urges to urinate unless I do a bowel movement and then I feel better afterward.
Frequency of urine infections are minimal now as I have gotten older. I used to get them all the time because of catheterization but I say I would, perhaps, get infections a couple of times a year.
I have a good diet of eating brown bread and fruit but consumption of salads and veg are pretty minimal.
I have yet to tell my doctor of the correlation between the impacted stools and bed wetting and will tell them when I have my next appointment in October.
In your opinion, would you say this could definetely be the main cause?
Thank you.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi,
Infection can cause urinary incontinence at times by irritating the bladder lining.
Impacted stools or a loaded rectum can also cause irritation to surrounding structures, such as the prostate and bladder, and can also lead to incontinence.
Have you noticed any correlation with the impaction and the bedwetting?
The pyelonephritis would have necessitated the frequent use of antibiotics, in addition to the cathetrization. Have you noticed any link between antibiotic use and the incontinence.
It is good that you manage to keep hydration levels high and it would be better if you could also include high fiber foods such as citrus fruits, fresh vegetables, salads, etc. in your diet.
Addition of yoghurt in diet can also help restore normal bacterial flora and aid regular bowel movement.
Regards
Infection can cause urinary incontinence at times by irritating the bladder lining.
Impacted stools or a loaded rectum can also cause irritation to surrounding structures, such as the prostate and bladder, and can also lead to incontinence.
Have you noticed any correlation with the impaction and the bedwetting?
The pyelonephritis would have necessitated the frequent use of antibiotics, in addition to the cathetrization. Have you noticed any link between antibiotic use and the incontinence.
It is good that you manage to keep hydration levels high and it would be better if you could also include high fiber foods such as citrus fruits, fresh vegetables, salads, etc. in your diet.
Addition of yoghurt in diet can also help restore normal bacterial flora and aid regular bowel movement.
Regards
Thank you for the reply!
I have pylenophritis of the kidneys and was diagnosed with this when I was a child. I have been chatheterizing now for about 22 years.
I have had no problems with the kidneys or bladder apart from the Pylenophritis condition.
One thing I neglected to mention before is that I can suffer from Impacted Stools from time to time. I am a wheelchair user and do occasionally suffer from constipation because of my limited mobility. Whether there is a link with the bed wetting, I do not know for sure but I did hear it can have a connection.
I don't drink alcohol and I keep my consumption of soda to a minimum. I am a big water drinker. However, I could tell you the foods and drinks I consumed on the day/night the bed wetting occurred if it helps.
Thank you!
I have pylenophritis of the kidneys and was diagnosed with this when I was a child. I have been chatheterizing now for about 22 years.
I have had no problems with the kidneys or bladder apart from the Pylenophritis condition.
One thing I neglected to mention before is that I can suffer from Impacted Stools from time to time. I am a wheelchair user and do occasionally suffer from constipation because of my limited mobility. Whether there is a link with the bed wetting, I do not know for sure but I did hear it can have a connection.
I don't drink alcohol and I keep my consumption of soda to a minimum. I am a big water drinker. However, I could tell you the foods and drinks I consumed on the day/night the bed wetting occurred if it helps.
Thank you!
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi,
Could you please provide details on the other condition necessitating catheterization of the bladder intermittently?
Have you had any prior problems related to your kidneys or bladder?
Several disorders may cause incontinence and these include conditions of the prostate, bladder, or the kidney.
Additionally, consumption of alcohol and caffeine or tea can also cause excess amount of urine to form while depressing nerve signals from the bladder.
During your scheduled appointment, you can also have a check done on your prostate gland to evaluate if it could be the causative factor.
Do post a few more details.
Regards
Could you please provide details on the other condition necessitating catheterization of the bladder intermittently?
Have you had any prior problems related to your kidneys or bladder?
Several disorders may cause incontinence and these include conditions of the prostate, bladder, or the kidney.
Additionally, consumption of alcohol and caffeine or tea can also cause excess amount of urine to form while depressing nerve signals from the bladder.
During your scheduled appointment, you can also have a check done on your prostate gland to evaluate if it could be the causative factor.
Do post a few more details.
Regards
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