Bedwetting is a common problem among children and even adults. There are many synonyms for the word "bedwetting" which include "enuresis", "nocturnal enuresis", "incontinence", "urinary incontinence", and "accidental urination". Enuresis is a medical term referring to the involuntary discharge of urine, primarily at night. Nocturnal enuresis is a term used specifically to denote the occurrence of bedwetting at night. Incontinence and urinary incontinence are more general terms that describe the inability to control urine or bowel movements. Accidental urination is another phrase that can be used to describe the condition, which often occurs during early childhood and is often successfully treated with time and behavioral interventions.