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Regardless of the fact that bedwetting is not caused by a child being too lazy to get out of bed, it does create stress for all of those who deal with the problem. Adults may become angry or frustrated by the washing of sheets, drying of mattresses, and reassurances that follow each incident of bedwetting. It is important to remember that the child is suffering too. Children who wet the bed often suffer from low self-esteem, withdrawal, stress, fear, and other problems. These children may suffer from sleeplessness because they fear or are embarrassed by what happens when they sleep. A child who wets the bed is often teased by others and may feel dirty by the smell of urine about them. The child may even avoid others out of fear of ridicule. So the question for many parents is if they need to get medical help for bedwetting. This can be confusing as many doctors and resources recommend patience and time as the best way to resolve bedwetting. A beneficial thing to do is become familiar with some of the causes of bedwetting and some guidelines when you may want to seek professional help.
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