Adult Enuresis Causes

By Ashira R

Adult enuresis (also known as adult bed wetting) can be a very embarrassing experience. Most adults that have enuresis will try and hide and deny any problem exists. Adult enuresis persists in about one percent of the adult population. The actual cause is unknown in most cases; however, it is well recognized that the condition tends to run in families. Other diagnoses of infections and diabetes are ruled out before considering any psychological or stress related causes.

As adult enuresis can be a symptom of many medical conditions, consulting with a medical doctor is wise as soon as problem begins. Researchers studying adult enuresis have found that certain allergies, cell anemia, and sleep disorders such as night terrors or sleep walking and sleep apenea cause many cases of adult bed wetting. Psychological factors such as high levels of stress and post trauma syndrome can also be significant triggers for the condition.

In some cases age has also been found to be the culprit. As the body ages the muscles of the bladder start to loose their elasticity which causes the adult to have enuresis issues. In most cases enuresis is treatable with medical help. Although incurable, with proper medical treatment the enuresis can be controlled so that the adult can lead a normal life.

Because there are so many underlying conditions that can cause the adult enuresis problem, the key is to talk with your doctor about the condition as soon as it starts. Doctors are well accustomed to dealing with the condition, therefore, the patient has no need to feel embarrassed to bring the subject up. The recognition my the medical health care providers that many cases of adult enuresis is caused by a tangible condition, often gives sufferers the emotional help they need to no longer deny and feel shame for their adult enuresis.

Some of the causes of adult enuresis are serious medical issues, which when left untreated can cause irrevocable and serious complications. Such is the case of diabetes. In many instances a series of blood tests and other diagnostic tools are needed to determine if there is a medical abnormality that is causing the condition. Some sleep disorders left undiagnosed are actually life threatening and should not be ignored.

Bright blessings,

Ashira http://www.ashira.ws

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Ashira is a Practicing Pagan for over 15 years. Currently she is a featured columnist at Asknow.com.

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