Question
A 14-year-old adolescent has had bedwetting issues since childhood. Even at this age, if not awakened at night, bedwetting occurs, while daytime performance is normal. The father also experienced something similar during his childhood and had tried various traditional Chinese medicine treatments, but with little effect. How should bedwetting in a 14-year-old child be handled?
Answer
A 14-year-old child still wetting the bed is clearly an abnormal phenomenon. This could be due to impaired development of the nervous system or urinary center, or it could be caused by urinary tract infections, kidney weakness, low immunity, or weak constitution. It is recommended to go to the hospital for relevant auxiliary examinations to determine the specific cause and receive targeted treatment. Additionally, acupuncture treatment from a traditional Chinese medicine perspective can also be considered. I hope these suggestions can help solve the problem and wish for good health.