UROLOGICAL PROBLEMS IN CHILDREN AND ENURESIS: PSYCHOSOMATIC CAUSES
Keywords:
pediatric urology, enuresis, bedwetting, psychosomatic causes, urinary disorders, emotional factors, stress, anxiety, diagnosis, treatmentAbstract
The article is devoted to urological problems in children, focusing on enuresis and its psychosomatic causes. Enuresis, commonly known as bedwetting, is a prevalent condition affecting children and can significantly impact their psychological well-being and social development. This study examines the various urological disorders observed in pediatric populations, the prevalence and classification of enuresis, and the role of psychosomatic factors such as stress, anxiety, and emotional disturbances. The work emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive diagnostic approach and multidisciplinary management to address both physiological and psychological aspects of enuresis.
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