HomeoRemedyInvoluntary urination when coughing, laughing, or sneezing
- Bedwetting, especially in the first part of the night
- Frequent urge to urinate, especially at night
- Irritability and fist-rubbing around the eyes
Overview
Bed-wetting, also known as involuntary urination or bed-wetting, is a condition where a person experiences uncontrolled leakage of urine, often during sleep. It can be a common issue, especially in children, and can have various underlying causes.
Remedies often used
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Bed-wetting when Causticum fails
- Bed-wetting in patients with headaches
- Headaches brought on or worsened by exertion, shopping, or other activities
- Pressing pain in temples from outside inwards, worse on left side
Urine escapes involuntarily, especially at night
- Gentle, changeable disposition
- Craves open air
- Dislikes fats
Wetting the bed as soon as the child goes to sleep or within 2 hours of bedtime
- Bed-wetting as soon as the child falls asleep or within 2 hours of going to bed
- Pale, sickly appearance in the child
- Irritability and mood swings
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Rhus toxicodendronUrine escapes when sitting quietlyBryonia albaDribbling of urine when movingHyoscyamus nigerInvoluntary urination on hearing sound of running waterBenzoicum acidumUncleanable, foul-smelling urine in bedAluminaKreosotumInvoluntary urination during the first part of the nightEquisetum hyemaleIncontinence in children, with dreams or nightmares when passing urineAnantherum muricatumIncontinence in children with dreams or nightmares when passing urineArsenicum albumIrritable weakness and exhaustionAconitum napellusInvoluntary urination with thirst and fearCalcarea sulphuricaFeels better in coldSulphurIrresistible desire to urinate on seeing waterPsorinumWetting the bed during full moonMedorrhinumNocturnal bed-wetting with pungent urineLycopodium clavatumInvoluntary urination during sleepCina maritimaCopious, involuntary urination with worm symptomsFerrum metallicumDribbling and wetting of clothes during motion or playLac caninumPassing urine in dreams that wakes the patientCalcarea carbonicaConstant urge to urinate during the day and bedwetting at nightPhosphoricum acidumFrequent, profuse, watery, milky urinationCicuta virosa
Magnetis Polus AustralisPainful, drop-by-drop urination - frequent, painful urination with only a few drops at a time
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Get the appSee a doctor if
- Sudden onset of bed-wetting in an older child or adult, which may indicate an underlying medical condition
- Persistent, unexplained urinary incontinence during the day, which may require medical evaluation
- Painful or burning urination, which could be a sign of a urinary tract infection or other issue
- Fever, chills, or other signs of infection accompanying the bed-wetting
Everyday tips
- Establish a consistent bedtime routine and encourage regular bathroom breaks before bed
- Limit fluid intake, especially in the evening, to reduce the risk of nighttime accidents
- Use absorbent undergarments or mattress protectors to manage accidents and maintain hygiene
- Avoid caffeine and other bladder irritants, which can worsen symptoms
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- Practice pelvic floor exercises to strengthen the muscles that control urination
- Seek counseling or support to address any underlying emotional or psychological factors
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