How to Handle Bedwetting in a Four-Year-Old?

Question

A four-year-old child has been experiencing bedwetting issues for two years. The parents had tried to potty train the child at the age of two but found that the child was more prone to bedwetting when not wearing diapers. The parents want to know how to handle this problem.

Answer

For a four-year-old child who continues to wet the bed, it is recommended to first undergo a check-up to determine if there are any congenital spinal defects. Parents can take their child to the hospital for a spinal examination. If congenital spinal defects are ruled out, it is advisable to stop using diapers and consider using traditional Chinese medicine for treatment. To reduce the occurrence of night-time bedwetting, it is suggested to avoid giving the child too much liquid before bedtime, remind the child to use the bathroom before sleeping, relieve any psychological pressure on the child, and identify the patterns of the child’s bedwetting.