Advantages and Disadvantages of Incontinence Undergarments

| Thursday, April 7, 2011
By Janet Gaye Walker


When it comes to managing urinary problems, absorbent incontinence products are some of the best methods to allow the confidence to continue with every day activities. They can be used by somebody of any age and physical state. There are a number of different incontinence products that are available to offer different levels of protection needed against urine and stool leakage. Incontinence undergarments are just one type of product available and can offer a solution to the embarrassing problem of leaking stool and urine. However, you should seek information from your doctor about this product.

The garments worn underneath clothing are also referred to as adult diapers and like some baby diapers, there are reusable forms. However, a few things need to be taken into account for this. They do need to be cleaned thoroughly between each use and the protective plastic, rubber or synthetic layers need to be looked after at all times. You can buy diapers that can be snapped together at the sides or front or pull them up like regular underwear.

You can save a lot of money by buying reusable incontinence undergarments. The disposable counterparts will constantly need to be bought and can be very expensive whereas you will only need to buy these ones once.

There are a number of cons when it comes to wearing the reusable underwear though. Many women have found them extremely uncomfortable because of the material that is used to help with protection. It commonly prevents the body from being able to breathe properly. Instead, it has lead to women preferring the disposable perennial pads and use them with cotton underwear.

Now even thoughincontinence men's undergarments are extremely helpful they can become a deterrent to the condition by the wearer. It can allow false confidence and can lead to an attitude of acceptance. If you use this product for a long period of time you can lose the mental determination to seek treatment for incontinence. Another big problem that can occur with the incontinence pads for males is that if they are not used and cleaned properly, they can cause skin problems and infections due to the skin being exposed to urine and stool. Therefore, it is important that you ensure that they are properly cleaned before every use.




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