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Incontinence in Women

Tuesday, November 30th, 2010

Incontinence in women is a common condition, although it should never be considered as normal, nor should it be considered to be an expected part of the aging process. Women are affected by incontinence more often than men, a fact that can be blamed on pregnancy and childbirth in many cases.

Many women suffer from stress incontinence during pregnancy, generally in the last trimester. This is largely due to the weight of the growing baby placing excess stress on the bladder. In addition, hormones in pregnancy can cause muscles to relax, particularly the pelvic floor muscles. Pregnant women should practice Kegel exercises during pregnancy and continue after the baby is born in order to keep pelvic muscles strong and prevent incontinence. Stress incontinence of pregnancy often resolves when the baby is born.

Childbirth itself can damage pelvic floor muscles and other pelvic structures, resulting in incontinence in women later in life. A large baby, a prolonged labor, an episiotomy, the use of instruments such as forceps or vacuum extraction and other complications can increase the incidence of incontinence later on.

As women age, it is thought that changing hormone levels can also predispose them to the development of incontinence. These changing hormones can cause a relaxation of muscles involved in urination.

There are other known factors that may contribute to incontinence, such as obesity, smoking, alcohol use, caffeine use and certain foods that may irritate the bladder. Infection or stones anywhere in the urinary tract may also lead to incontinence.

Incontinence in women is a complicated issue. Women who experience incontinence should visit their physician so that the cause of incontinence can be determined and appropriate treatment can be started. In many cases, incontinence in women can be cured, or improved greatly. Quality incontinence products such as the ones found at DryForLife are also very helpful for managing incontinence and maintaining an active lifestyle.

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Disposable Incontinence Pants for Adults

Tuesday, November 30th, 2010

Many adults suffering from incontinence shy away from using disposable incontinence pants. They may feel as though disposable incontinence pants are too similar to infant diapers for comfort, or they may feel as though disposable incontinence pants cannot possibly be discreet underneath their clothing. The fact of the matter is that millions of people wear incontinence pants with no one the wiser!

Today’s disposable incontinence pants are made of materials that are comfortable against the skin and are absorbent enough to handle any level of incontinence. They are meant to be worn discreetly under virtually any type of clothing and can be easily changed and disposed of when they become soiled. Many people enjoy the security that disposable pants provide, discovering that pads alone do not afford the same level of comfort, discreetness and security.

These days, one does not need to be locked in to choosing only one type of incontinence pants. There are several varieties of incontinence pants to choose from. Some incontinence pants are meant to be used with a pad, providing extra security when needed, while others are worn like normal underwear. People can choose between disposable incontinence pants and washable incontinence pants, depending on preference. Disposable incontinence pants may be slightly more expensive, but may be preferred to washing incontinence pants. Some people prefer to use both types of incontinence pants, alternating them according to need.

Styles of incontinence pants also vary widely. For women, incontinence pants may be made of polycotton, PVC or mesh; for men, incontinence pants can be chosen in brief or boxer style. The variety of incontinence pants currently available offers a wide range of choice to persons suffering from incontinence.

DryForLife offers its own personal brand of quality disposable incontinence pants, as well as Tena incontinence products.

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What is a Continence Assessment?

Tuesday, November 16th, 2010

A continence assessment is performed by a healthcare professional to assess your ability to control bladder or bowel function and to determine factors that may be contributing to incontinence.

A continence assessment is essential for continence management and generally consists of two parts: an interview and a physical assessment. In addition, you may be asked to complete a bladder diary prior to your assessment. A bladder diary is a diary of symptoms and what you were doing at the time symptoms occurred. For example, you may be asked to record how many times you were incontinent; activities you were doing at the time of incontinence; how much fluid you drank and when, and other things that may be associated with incidences of incontinence. A bladder diary can provide valuable clues as to the type of incontinence you are facing and activities that may be contributing to incontinence.

The interview portion of a continence assessment consists of a series of questions, some of which may seem unrelated to your problem; however, there is an underlying purpose for all questions asked. You may be asked the following:

- Prior medical history
- Medications you are taking
- Overall health/general health
- Weight
- Alcohol use/caffeine use
- Smoking history
- Pregnancy/childbirth history (for women)
- History of prostate problems (for men)
- Whether you are menopausal (for women)
- Problem with frequent constipation
- Diabetic or symptoms of diabetes

The physical assessment portion of the continence exam may include a urinalysis to check for kidney or bladder problems, like an infection. In addition, your healthcare professional (usually a nurse continence specialist or a physician) may perform a physical exam, including a vaginal exam for women and a rectal exam for men. This is done to assess the strength of pelvic floor muscles, evidence of prolapse (women) or prostate disease (men). A physical assessment may make it easier for the healthcare professional to pinpoint a physical problem that may be causing incontinence.

A continence assessment can help to determine the cause of incontinence, as well as provide ideas on how to manage incontinence. From the continence assessment, it may be determined that more tests are required to determine the cause of the problem, or the underlying cause for the incontinence may be clearly evident. Anyone who is suffering from incontinence should have a continence assessment done by a trained professional.

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Qualities to Look For in Continence Pants

Monday, November 15th, 2010

Suffering from incontinence? If so, you have probably figured out that quality continence products are necessary to manage incontinence. For example, there are so many types of products to choose from that it is difficult to know how to go about choosing continence pants.

Continence pants come in numerous styles, sizes, absorbency levels, and price ranges that it is no wonder people have difficulty determining which products best suit their needs and lifestyle. When choosing continence pants, first ask yourself whether you want to use washable continence pants or disposable continence pants. There are advantages to both. With washable continence pants, you save money and never run out of products. Simply wash them and they are ready to be used again. Some people prefer disposable continence pants because they are very convenient, albeit a little more expensive.

You also need to determine how much absorbency you need when choosing continence pants. Washable continence pants may be limited in absorbency unless they have a built-in pouch to hold a pad in place, in which case this combination may be very absorbent. Disposable continence pants are available in different absorbency levels.Some are meant for light incontinence while others are absorbent enough to handle large amounts of urine.

If price is a consideration, disposable continence pants may be more expensive than washable products that can be reused. On the other hand, you must also consider the time it takes to wash the continence pants, as well as the cost of water and soap used to clean the products. For some people with little extra time, disposable products are preferable, even if they are a little more expensive.

In terms of style, there are many styles of continence pants to choose from, and selecting continence pants comes down to a matter of taste and lifestyle. The continence market is ever-expanding, and new products are constantly being added, while older products are being improved. Truly, there is a product suitable for everyone, no matter their size, lifestyle or absorbency needs.

If you would like to view DryForLife’s line of continence pants and incontinence products, please visit our home page for details and information.

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Do You Need Continence Help?

Monday, November 15th, 2010

If you are suffering from incontinence, you may feel alone. Incontinence is an issue that people often feel uncomfortable discussing, even with their physician. Many people who are incontinent keep their problem to themselves, because they are too ashamed to ask for continence help. This shame can lead to depression and isolation.

Fortunately, there is continence help available. DryForLife understands that the issue of incontinence is a private problem, and that people who suffer from incontinence sometimes require assistance in choosing incontinence products to suit their needs. For this reason, DryForLife has created an informative website that contains valuable information on many issues surrounding the topic of incontinence, and includes many useful tools, which include the following:

Incontinence Blog – DryForLife maintains a blog containing up-to-date information on issues surrounding incontinence, from types of incontinence, to choosing incontinence products, to treatments for incontinence.

Free “Living With Incontinence” Guide – This free guide contains information on types of incontinence, diagnosis, tests, treatments and more. The Guide is free. Simply request a copy, and it will be sent free of charge.

Discreet Advice Helpline – Have questions that need answers, and don’t know where to turn? Feel free to call the DryForLife incontinence advisor Jill Dare for free advice.

Sample Packs – Want to try an incontinence product before committing to buying a larger quantity? No problem! Sample packs are available.

Incontinence Articles – Incontinence articles that cover every conceivable topic imaginable relating to incontinence can be found on the DryForLife site. Learn more about incontinence, why it occurs and how to manage it.

DryForLife has been handling incontinence needs in the UK discreetly and professionally for more than 40 years. Privacy, reliability and a friendly, helpful staff help make every customer a truly satisfied customer. To learn more about services and to view the full line of products, visit the DryForLife home page.

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