enuresis
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
- enuretic adjective
Etymology
Origin of enuresis
1790–1800; < New Latin < Greek en- en- 2 + ourē- (variant stem of oureîn to urinate) + -sis -sis
Example Sentences
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He explained that enuresis can occur at any stage of sleep, not just REM sleep, “when the more vivid and elaborate dreams occur.”
From Slate • Feb. 14, 2021
Not because it’s shameful, but because unless his son also suffers from enuresis, this is a private matter.
From Slate • Aug. 12, 2014
“I consider enuresis to be a developmental delay which will improve by itself,” Dr. Abidari said, adding that if the medication is stopped and development has not progressed, “they will wet again.”
From New York Times • Jan. 11, 2010
The doctors, nurse practitioners and counselors who treat enuresis can be almost messianic about the relief they can offer children and families.
From New York Times • Jan. 11, 2010
He received several head traumata and suffered from enuresis in his early life.
From The Journal of Abnormal Psychology, Volume 10 by Various
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