What to do for my 12-year-old son who is still bedwetting and refuses medication? - #52710

Hi! I’m an assistant to the Ask Ayurveda doctors. I’ve carefully reviewed your question.

I will explain your son’s symptoms through the Ayurvedic perspective so you understand what is happening in his body as a whole.

Bedwetting, or enuresis, in Ayurveda is often related to an imbalance in the Vata dosha, which governs movement and elimination processes. This imbalance may lead to irregular bladder control during the night. Additionally, Kapha dosha can play a role if there is excess fluid retention or sluggishness in the system.

The refusal to take medication and the attitude towards bedwetting can also be viewed through a holistic lens, where the mind-body connection is crucial. Emotional factors, routine, and stress can influence Vata and Kapha balance, impacting your son’s condition.

Ayurveda sees this issue as a systemic imbalance rather than an isolated problem. It is essential to consider his daily routine, diet, and emotional state to restore balance and improve bladder control.

To give doctors a precise and effective treatment plan, your answers to the questions below are essential. Without this information, the recommendations will be more general and less accurate.

Please answer each question as clearly as possible.

1. How long has your son been experiencing bedwetting? Please choose from: Less than 6 months, 6 months to 1 year, 1-2 years, or More than 2 years.

2. How often does he wet the bed? Is it every night, several times a week, once a week, or rarely?

3. Has he shown any signs of distress or embarrassment about bedwetting? Does he feel embarrassed, somewhat tries to hide it, seems indifferent, or are you not sure?

4. Are there any specific triggers you’ve noticed that coincide with bedwetting? Such as stress at school, changes in routine, dietary factors, or no clear triggers?

5. How is his overall health and development? Would you say it is normal and healthy, has minor issues but nothing serious, has had recurrent health problems, or are you not sure?

6. What is his daily fluid intake like? Is it very low, moderate, high, or are you not sure?

7. Has he attempted any strategies to manage or stop bedwetting? Does he try to wake up at night, hasn’t tried anything, uses a bedwetting alarm, or are you not sure?

Your detailed responses will help in formulating a more tailored approach to address his condition effectively.

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