Bedwetting is probably caused by several factors, the most important of which is failure of sleep arousal (deep sleep), with a less significant factor possibly being hormone imbalance. While there are children who can be successfully treated with the synthetic hormone DDAVP by itself, treating all of the root causes, in the order of their impact on wetting, is generally the most effective solution.

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Women who are hormonally out of balance may experience: hot flashes, sleep disturbances, irritability, mood swings, fatigue, unexplained weight gain, hair loss, irregular periods, depression, anxiety, memory loss, fuzzy thinking, vaginal dryness, diminished sexual desire, painful intercourse, bladder symptoms, and more.

You can consider the light application of an over the counter antibacterial ointment before the child goes to bed. The use of an alarm will reduce the amount of time the skin is exposed to wetness, which will permit it to heal. If a rash persists, consult your doctor.

The only way to be sure if a hormone imbalance exists, and specifically which hormones are unbalanced, is to be tested. Appropriate testing, interpreted correctly, is an accurate means of identifying hormone imbalances.

No, bedwetting does not have an emotional cause. However, it can create psychological side effects that are quite troublesome.

Animals in industrialized countries, especially the U.S., are routinely fed synthetic estrogens and eat grain and grasses that are laden with pesticides. These synthetic compounds are concentrated in the fat of the meat and dairy products sold commercially. Substances with a hormone-like effect on the body, mostly petrochemically based. These chemical compounds, the majority of which mimic the action of estrogen, can be found in such everyday items as soaps, perfumes, medicine, and plastics.

From a parent's perspective, bedwetting is an issue that causes problems for the child and/or family and that would be beneficial to resolve. From a medical perspective, bedwetting is when a child older than 5 wets the bed. It is important to note that this description may be slightly different from your insurance company's definition of bedwetting.

Hormones are substances secreted directly into the bloodstream and are produced by several glands and organs in your body such as the ovaries, testes, thyroid, pancreas, pituitary, liver and others. They travel through the bloodstream from where they are produced to where they interact with receptors to do the work for which they were intended. They initiate reactions in the body, whereas enzymes usually help to facilitate them.

There are many factors associated with hormonal imbalance and the risk of breast cancer, among them: declining levels of progesterone as we age, and/or with removal of the ovaries in hysterectomy; xenohormones in the form of pollutants and pesticides, oral contraceptives and synthetic hormone replacement therapy all contribute to an excess of estrogen in the body; this condition is known as estrogen dominance.

Saliva hormone testing is a simple and highly accurate way to identify suspected hormone imbalance. You might consider ordering our comprehensive test kit, which tests estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA-s and Cortisol. This will provide you with a broader picture of your present hormone levels, whether any imbalances exist and to what extent.

Polycystic ovaries occur when numerous growths/cysts develop on the ovaries. This is commonly associated with a hormonal imbalance (estrogen dominance and/or an excess of androgens, such as testosterone). In many cases, these cysts are benign and can shrink or even disappear when the hormone imbalance is corrected. The only reason for removal of the ovaries is if they are cancerous or if the cysts are causing pain and do not respond to treatment.

Hypothyroidism or low thyroid is most common in women during the perimenopausal and postmenopausal years; approximately 26% of women in or near menopause are diagnosed with hypothyroidism. In his book, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause, Dr. John Lee states that among his women patients the taking of thyroid supplements was especially common in those with estrogen dominance.

Estrogen dominance causes the uterus to grow unchecked, which can cause fibroidstough fibrous, noncancerous lumps, which can cause heavy, constant bleeding. Fibroids can grow dramatically during perimenopause, stimulated by too much estrogen in the body. Large fibroids create estradiol (the most potent form of estrogen) inside the lump, leading to more estrogen dominance.

To confirm your symptoms of hormonal imbalance, we recommend measuring those hormones your self evaluation indicated were high or low. You might consider ordering our Hormone Profile I that tests estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA and AM cortisol. This panel and the more comprehensive HPII and HPIII will provide you with a broader picture of your present hormone levels and identify specific imbalances. Click here to view products.

Estrogen in high levels can cause nausea and breast discomfort. Low levels result in the well known symptoms of menopause: hot flashes, night sweats and insomnia, low mood, vaginal dryness, skin discomfort and others. Large fluctuations in estrogen are common and can cause mood swings and a general sense of ill being. Progesterone has a complex effect on mood. It calms some women and agitates others. Some synthetic forms can cause mood changes.

The tibialis anterior muscle is an antipronator due to its insertion on the medial aspect of the foot. When overpronation occurs, the tibialis anterior has ot fire constantly to oppose the over-overpronation, causing swelling of the muscle. Due to the fact that the anterior compartment of the leg is tightly constricted, the swollen Tibialis Anterior can cause an obstruction of blood flow which can cause severe pain due to lack of oxgen.

The National Kidney Foundation estimates that 5- 7 million children wet their bed every night. Problems with wetting are not limited to children and teens. About 1% of adults also wet.

There are many causes of bedwetting. The three most common factors that predispose to bedwetting include: 1. failure to wake up to the sensation of a full or contracting bladder, usually referred to as a problem with arousal from sleep. 2. a bladder that acts too small 3. over production of urine overnight There are a variety of potential causes for each of these three main contributing factors. Most children have more than one contributing factor or cause that leads to bedwetting.

Yes! About half of children we see with bedwetting have a family history of the problem. Family studies have shown possible bedwetting genes on chromosomes 9, 12, 13, and 21.

Yes. Most children with bedwetting can be cured. However, dryness can take time and until the child is consistently dry we prefer to use the term control rather than cure.

Hormonal imbalance is a term that has become popular to describe an incorrect relationship that exists between levels of progesterone and estrogen. It occurs in nearly every instance where synthetic hormones are prescribed by physicians.