Question
For the past week, my two-year-old baby has been experiencing frequent urination, only expressing the need to use the toilet when having a bowel movement. After a medical examination, the doctor ruled out urinary tract infection and diagnosed it as neurogenic frequency. Parents are inquiring about the treatment for this condition.
Answer
Neurogenic frequency is a common symptom in children, typically occurring between the ages of 2 to 11, especially in preschool children. The characteristic is that the child frequently feels the need to urinate, requiring a bathroom break every 2 to 10 minutes. The first step in treatment is to alleviate the child’s anxiety, communicate with them, and let them know that there is no need to worry excessively, which can reduce unnecessary feelings of urgency. When the child has an accident and urinates in their pants, parents should not scold but instead should gently help them change into clean clothes.