Question
A five-year-old girl has been bedwetting since she was three years old, even though she hasn’t used diapers since then. As she grows older, the bedwetting has not improved. What are the possible causes of bedwetting in a five-year-old girl?
Answer
Bedwetting in a five-year-old child is usually not a major concern, and with age, the frequency of bedwetting may naturally decrease or even disappear. However, if the bedwetting persists without improvement, it is advisable to take the child to a local hospital for further examination. A spinal X-ray can help confirm if the child has any underlying issues such as hidden spinal bifida (hidden spinal bifida).