EP098 - Nightly Enuresis in a Five-Year-Old Boy

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This episode outlines a medical case study concerning a five-year-old boy experiencing persistent primary bed-wetting. The primary goal is to assess a candidate's ability to diagnose and manage this common childhood condition, emphasising the importance of ruling out organic causes through a focused history and examination, rather than suggesting unnecessary invasive investigations. The case highlights that the boy has been continent by day, previously tried medication unsuccessfully, and crucially, that his parents now understand the wetting is involuntary and are keen to support him. The guidance provided focuses on a supportive, non-punitive approach to management, exploring various strategies like alarms and positive reinforcement, while also considering family history and the child's own motivation to overcome the issue.

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