He is usually dry at night. When he voids is flow is moderate. Test for diabeties have been negative. Our doctor has prescribed Ditropan as the next measure. Dear Ratfink Thank you for your questions.
Children can have hyperactive bladders just like adults.
Pain upon voiding can be an infection but his culture is negative. This narrowing called meatal stenosis can cause pain when voiding and is more common in circumsized boys. If not, he should be treated for constipation. A phase as you call it, is also very common in this age group. Some may explain this symptom as a way to get attention.