Spina bifida is a disorder involving incomplete development of the spinal cord, and bowel and bladder problems can result if the nerves to these organs are affected. Minor nerve damage can result in muscle spasms, and the Ditropan is meant to relax the bladder muscles and decrease both the need and the urge to urinate. However, if the nerve damage is more extensive, your son may have little or no control over his urination, in which case Ditropan and toilet training may not work.

For now, follow the doctor's advice about the Ditropan, but don't be disappointed if it doesn't work, and don't put too much pressure on your son to get toilet trained. If the Ditropan hasn't worked after two months, see the doctor again to discuss further options.
Source(s):
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/spina_bifida/spina_bifida.htm
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/spina-bifida/DS00417
http://www.rxlist.com/ditropan-drug.htm


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