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Both of my bio sons struggled with this -- for them, neither medication worked (and honestly, docs are reluctant to give meds for this issue unless its for a short period of time - like going to camp etc). We simply made it no big deal - bought "good nights" provided them a secure place to keep them (away from friends' prying eyes) and related that this was a VERY common issue for many boys, and that eventually they would stop. One son stopped between 11 and 12 and the other around 9. There is nothing you can do about this issue - it is just a growth and development thing and the SMALLER deal you make it the better.
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I just wanted to second exactly what Jensboys said. We tried everything and anything but meds - not worth the risk in our doctor's or my opinion - and nothing worked but time. And I don't know anyone IRL that found a 'treatment' that worked. Just time. My oldest son wet until 12 and my younger son until almost 8.
I really believe it is so much more common than people realize. Or will admit. I knew a LOT of boys that still wet well into fourth grade. And those were just the kids whose parents I knew well enough to Be discussing it.
This problem is frequently caused by the body's inability to produce a specific hormone that regulates urine production at night. If this is the case with this child, then he should outgrow it with time. Usually the body begins to make the hormone when they hit about 12, but it can take longer in some kids. We had our DD diagnosed through a Children's Hospital and did give her a medication because it was replacing something her body should have been making, but wasn't.