Enuresis in Children

Enuresis, or bedwetting, is one of the most common concerns encountered in pediatrics. It can present as nighttime bedwetting, daytime urinary accidents or a combination of both. Oftentimes, families and clinicians are left wondering what’s typical and what’s considered concerning. In this episode, we focus on the evaluation and management of enuresis in children. Each case is influenced by a range of factors including fluid intake, bowel habits, sleep quality and lifestyle routines. While first-line, non-pharmacologic strategies are the cornerstone of care, effective treatment requires attention to detail and a comprehensive approach. 

This episode was recorded on the exhibit floor at the 2025 American Academy of Pediatrics Conference in Denver, Colorado. In this episode, we are joined by Julie Cheng, MD, an Assistant Professor of Urology at Seattle Children’s Hospital and the University of Washington. 

In this episode, our urology expert discusses: 

• Differentiating between types of enuresis 
• How key elements in pediatric history and physical examination can help diagnose the problem 
• Evidence-based first-line interventions and when to escalate care 
• The role of factors, such as sleep or screen time, play in enuresis