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Bladder Weakness Products

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010

If you suffer from bladder weakness, as millions of people around the world do, there are several products that you may find helpful. Bladder weakness is the involuntaryurinary leakage that may occur for a wide variety of reasons. You will want to visit your doctor to find out why you may be suffering bladder weakness; in the meantime, you may find the following bladder weakness products useful.

Incontinence Pads – Many people with bladder weakness like to use incontinence pads. Much like sanitary napkins, except incontinence pads are more absorbent. They are also small and discreet and can be tucked away into a purse easily and conveniently. Incontinence pads come in different absorbencies ranging from mild to heavy and combat any degree of incontinence.

Incontinence Pants – Incontinence pants are often used for incontinence that is heavier in nature. Incontinence pants may be used alone or in conjunction with incontinence pads. They are often designed to look like normal underwear and are constructed of comfortable material that feels soft and natural. Some are washable, so that they can be thrown in the washing machine; and some are disposable, so that they can simply be thrown out after being used.

Mattress Pads and Covers – If you suffer from bladder weakness, mattress covers and pads will protect your mattress from becoming soiled. Again, some mattress pads are disposable while others are washabl. Regardless of which type you choose, mattress pads and covers are bladder weakness products that can save you a lot of money down the road by preventing you from having to purchase a new mattress.

Bladder weakness is a common condition, which requires some investigation to discover the cause. It is important not to ignore bladder weakness as it may be the sign of a more serious health condition. If you require bladder weakness products, you will want to choose the right incontinence products to suit your needs. If you are unsure of what product will best suit you, visit DryForLife to view our full line of incontinence products.

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Bladder Weakness in Men Affects Millions

Monday, October 4th, 2010

Bladder weakness affects millions of men around the world. Many people assume that bladder weakness in men is a normal consequence of aging; however, bladder weakness is never normal and should not be thought of as an aging issue.

Often the cause of bladder weakness in men is a problem of the prostate gland. The prostate gland is a small walnut-sized organ that contributes fluid to sperm. As men age the prostate often grows, putting pressure on the urethra. The prostate surrounds the urethra at the neck of the bladder, so it stands to reason that any swelling in this area will affect the bladder and urination. Swelling of the prostate does not always signify cancer; in fact, swelling of the prostate is usually benign and is referred to as benign prostatic hypertrophy. This condition commonly affects men beginning in the 40s, although symptoms of bladder weakness in men may not show up until decades later.

Symptoms of bladder weakness in men may include occasional dribbling of urine, difficulty in urinating, difficulty in starting their stream, or an inability to fully empty their bladder. These symptoms may begin gradually and worsen over time. Men who experience bladder weakness should notify their physician immediately, when problems begin, rather than waiting until symptoms become severe.

Treatment for bladder weakness in men may include limiting fluid intake, avoiding bladder irritants such as caffeine and alcohol, bladder training, weight loss and smoking cessation. All of these self-help remedies can help ease the symptoms of bladder weakness in men and, in some cases, will cure the problem.

When self-help remedies fail, medications may be needed. Medications may help to shrink the prostate or prevent further swelling, or may be used to inhibit the bladder spasms that may cause urinary leakage. These medications may be helpful for some, but also carry some risk of side effects, such as dry mouth, drowsiness and constipation.

Surgery is usually done as a last resort when other measures have failed. Surgical procedures should be carefully researched and possible complications discussed. Men who suffer from bladder weakness should be aware of all of their options in regards to treatment and should make their decision based on all of the available facts. Although bladder weakness in men is a common problem, it should be not be assumed to be “normal”.

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The Advantages of PVC Incontinence Pants

Sunday, September 5th, 2010

Confused about the many varieties and styles of incontinence pants available on the market today? If so, you’re not the only one! While it is wonderful that there are so many incontinence products to choose from, finding the right style of incontinence pants to suit your needs and lifestyle can be hit-or-miss. Let’s look at a popular style of pants called PVC incontinence pants.

PVC incontinence pants are made from a material that is like a soft plastic. However, don’t let the word ‘plastic’ scare you. These incontinence pants are lightweight and have an elasticized waist and legs for a secure fit. They are soft and extremely comfortable to wear and are discreet under almost any type of clothing. They are designed to be worn with an incontinence pad for extra protection. They are easily donned and removed. The advantage of PVC incontinence pants is that they are waterproof, offering supreme protection, whether they are worn during the day, at night time or during long trips when access to a washroom may be limited. Bands in the most strategic area hold pads securely in place, preventing them from sliding or causing discomfort. Best of all, these pants are washable, saving you money.

Virtually any pad can be worn with PVC incontinence pants. Pads are chosen according to absorbency needs and can be easily placed and secured to prevent shifting. The combination of an absorbent incontinence pad and PVC incontinence pants means that you will never have to worry about embarrassing urinary leakage. If the pants become damp, they can be easily washed. Many people choose PVC incontinence pants, because they love the extra sense of security that these incontinence pants provide.

PVC incontinence pants can be ordered online conveniently at DryForLife. If you are unsure about sizing or ordering, our friendly staff will be happy to assist you in finding pants that are the right size and fit. Best of all, your DryForLife PVC incontinence pants can be delivered right to your door discreetly.

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Light Adult Incontinence: Something to Laugh About

Sunday, March 28th, 2010

Light adult incontinence occurs in about one third of all women, yet it is very seldom discussed. Well all that is starting to change as the comedian Whoopi Goldberg is acting as the new spokeswoman for Poise incontinence products. Not only are her advertising spots entertaining, but she has drawn a lot of attention for taking on the campaign.

In interviews she is very open and honest about suffering from light adult incontinence. She has affectionately nicknamed it “the spritz”. She is lending her voice and face to the campaign because she feels that it important for women to understand that there are solutions for this problem, and it should not be embarrassing.

In her advertising campaign Whoopi Goldberg portrays famous women throughout history all dealing with light adult incontinence. Having a toileting accident is so ingrained as a bad thing from the time you are a small child, that there is a certain amount of embarrassment and shame connected having urinary leakage. Of course no one chooses to be incontinent, but sometimes that is simply the hand that you are dealt. There should be no more shame or embarrassment to suffering from light adult incontinence than there is in having poor eyesight. For light adult incontinence you use an incontinence pad, and for poor eyesight, you use eyeglasses. It should be that simple!

But it does not happen that way. Instead most people suffer in solitary silence often thinking that they are the only ones suffering from this problem. For light adult incontinence you simply need a panty liner. It really is not a big deal, but since we do not talk about it, how would you know? So Whoopi Goldberg is hoping to normalize this condition and take some of the embarrassment out of it.
While it is most common in older adults, light adult incontinence can happen to anyone at any time. So laugh now while you still can, because one day you too may need an incontinence pad when you hear something funny.

If you notice that you are having an issue with light adult incontinence discuss it with your doctor, because more often than not, your condition can be improved with the right treatment. Incontinence treatments range from behavior modification, to physical therapy, to medication, to surgery. So you can see that it is very important to correctly diagnose your condition to identify the proper treatment for it.

As you are managing your light adult incontinence situation, it is also important to find quality incontinence products to help you be comfortable and confident. At DryForLife we have been helping people find the products that work for them to help manage their light adult incontinence, and we are happy to help you too. Contact us by phone or online for discreet ordering and delivery.

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The Right Incontinence Pant Can Make a Huge Difference

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

Dealing with adult incontinence can be quite a challenge, and while millions of adults suffer from some sort of urinary incontinence, much of that suffering is done in relative silence. There is a natural tendency to feel a little bit ashamed over any sort of incontinence, and even when people know that the problem is medical, it can still leave them with low self-esteem and embarrassment. Many people who suffer from some sort of adult urinary incontinence begin to withdraw from social activities that they once loved, because they are afraid of humiliating, accidental urinary leakage in public. Unfortunately, by withdrawing from friends and social gatherings, they leave behind the very support system that can help them deal with the hand that they have been dealt.

If you are suffering from any type of incontinence one of the easiest ways to deal with this embarrassing problem is to have quality products that you can count on. Finding a good incontinence pad or pant is invaluable in the management of your urinary leakage problem. When you are looking for a good incontinence pant, make sure that you consider your lifestyle along with the level of protection that you need. Incontinence pants exist for every combination of activity and protection level that you could ever need. You may find that you need different levels of protection depending on the activity that you are engaging in, so you will be able to find a variety of options to help you manage your incontinence problem, whether you have complete loss of bladder control or simply have occasional, light leakage.

Because of the reluctance of most people to discuss their incontinence problems, many of them start managing their leakage problems with sanitary pads. Unfortunately, this type of pad is not designed to absorb a large amount of liquid, so you may just end up with soggy pants and chaffed skin. Undergarments and pads that are designed especially for urinary leakage can hold a volume of liquid, and they also help to keep your skin dry and healthy.

When you are evaluating different incontinence pants there are some characteristics that you should look for, so that you will have the best chance of managing your incontinence problem successfully. First of all your incontinence pant should be comfortable to wear and have a low profile, so that it is not visible under clothing. Then it is very important for the pad or pant to be absorbent enough for your level of incontinence, and it should fit your budget. Finally, when you are wearing your protective undergarment, you should feel confident and comfortable.

There are many different styles from which to choose, and you may even prefer different types of incontinence products for different types of activities. Incontinence pants come in washable and disposable styles, and you can find pants with pads build in or pants with a pocket in which to insert a pad. So you can tailor your incontinence pant to your needs for any specific place and time.

While no one would choose to be incontinent, if you are in the midst of managing this problem, then you will want to get familiar with all of the products that are available to make your life just a little easier, and DryForLife has been helping people successfully live with their incontinence for over forty years. You will find a wide selection of styles and levels of absorbency from which to choose, and they can all be purchased from the comfort of your home and delivered right to your front door.

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Enuresis Nocturna Can be a Nightmare

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

Bedwetting, or enuresis nocturna, can happen any time that a person falls asleep. While it primarily happens when you are sleeping at night, it could happen if you fall asleep on an airplane or in front of the television. This problem frequently goes unreported simply because it is embarrassing, and it frequently keeps people who suffer from living their life to the fullest. Young adults may forgo the college experience for fear of being found out, and young working adults may pass on a business trip for the same reason. Some young adults may even postpone serious dating lest their partner should find out their shameful secret.

Adult bedwetting can be caused by an overactive bladder, which can cause urinary leakage even during waking hours. An infection like a urinary tract infection, diabetes or kidney disorders can also be the culprits behind nocturnal enuresis. Stress, anxiety, or loss of muscle elasticity can be underlying causes for this condition as well.

If you are suffering from enuresis nocturna, there are some things that you can do to mitigate its symptoms. Start by not drinking anything after dinner. This will help you keep from going to bed with a full bladder. Then limit foods that act like diuretics such as caffeine. You can also set an alarm to wake you in the middle of the night so that you can get up to go to the bathroom, and this should keep your bladder from overfilling. You can also practice holding your urine during the daytime to help increase the size of your bladder.

If you are having problems with enuresis nocturna, talk to your doctor or medical health professional so that they can assess any underlying causes for the problem, which may even help to cure it. While your doctor is helping you solve your problem remember that incontinence pads come in a great variety of shapes, sizes, and absorbencies to deal with mild to severe incontinence. They protect from skin irritation, and are invaluable in protecting clothing and furniture. DryForLife supplies incontinence pads with all of these qualities, allowing you the freedom live your life confidently.

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Getting Continence Help is Paramount in Adolescence

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

Getting Continence Help is Paramount in Adolescence

Generally when you think of continence problems, you think of the very young or the very old. However, continence problems occur at any age, and unfortunately, because of the social stigma connected to urinary incontinence, this problem is even more difficult to deal with in adolescence.

A time of massive changes both emotional and physical, the teen years are challenging under the best of circumstances. However, when a young adult is dealing with incontinence issues, they may be even more reluctant than normal to seek continence help.

At this age the types of continence problems that can arise are urinary incontinence, which is urinary leakage. Another fairly common issue is nocturnal enuresis, which is urinating involuntarily while sleeping. Faecal incontinence, which is the involuntary passage of stool, can also be an issue during adolescence.

Genetic abnormalities, accidents or neurological disorders can cause these problems, which require continence help. While the percentage of teens presenting incontinence symptoms is fairly low, many of these young adults carry their continence issues into adulthood, and this is why it is important for these teens to be armed with the proper continence help and information.

It is very important for anyone who works with adolescents to be informed about continence issues, so that they can address the problem with sensitivity when it is presented. Especially at this impressionable age, teens need to understand that there is continence help, and that the condition is not somehow their fault.

When an adolescent is too embarrassed to seek continence help, there is a very real danger of them developing low self-esteem and suffering needless emotional distress. Continence problems can cause a young teen to become socially isolated and excluded as they miss field trips and sleepovers with classmates.

Getting assistance for an adolescent may help them solve or at least confidently manage their continence issues, and as they go forward into their adult years, they will be able to engage in all that life has to offer. The importance of proper assessment and treatment of urinary or faecal incontinence, before it affects a teen’s self worth, cannot be overstated.

If you have an adolescent who is suffering from incontinence, there are treatments and medications that may substantially help their condition, and as you are working to solve their problem, incontinence pads can free them from the worry of having accidental leakage in public. DryForLife supplies incontinence pads, which may be ordered online and discretely delivered.

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Bladder Training: Body Building on the Inside

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

If you suffer from any type of incontinence, bladder training can be a very helpful tool to manage your symptoms. As a matter of fact, it can cut your accidental leakage incidents by over half. Bladder training combines controlling urinary urges and building up your bladder volume. It is a great way for you to get back in tune with your body.

To begin training your bladder, you must first understand it, and the best way to do this is to monitor its behavior. Start by keeping a log of what you drink, when you have to urinate, if you have any leakage, and what you were doing when the urinary leakage occurs. Record your regular behavior for about a week.

At this point you will have a pretty good picture of how your body is functioning now. So if you go to the bathroom about every hour, but you have leakage every forty-five minutes, then begin your bladder retraining by going to the bathroom every half-hour. If you go to the bathroom every two and a half hours with leakage occurring at two hours, then begin your bladder training by going to the bathroom every other hour.

Once you have determined your starting point, then you will want to always go to the bathroom right when you wake up and right before going to sleep. Make sure you stick to your schedule. If your schedule is to urinate every two hours, then make sure that you go to the bathroom every two hours whether you think that you need to or not. By sticking to your schedule, you will keep your bladder from getting too full and leaking. If you have to urinate before you are scheduled to, try to wait. Sometimes doing pelvic floor contractions can help to quiet the urge to go.

When you are sleeping, you do not need to follow your bathroom schedule, but continue keeping your bladder log or bladder diary. As you gain control over your bladder, you will begin to experience fewer problems with leakage, so you will know that your training is successful.

As you notice that you can easily hold your bladder in between scheduled bathroom breaks, it is time to begin increasing the span between bathroom visits. You will want to stretch the time by a half-hour until you are going to the bathroom about once every three to four hours. As you are doing this, try to keep your fluid intake consistent, and in no time at all you will find that you are well on your way to managing your incontinence by following your bladder training techniques.

And as you are working on retraining your bladder, incontinence pants can protect clothing and furniture, and they offer protection from skin irritation. DryForLife supplies incontinence products, which are available online.

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Managing Continence as You Age

Thursday, January 14th, 2010

In an aging population managing continence is becoming a more frequent topic for discussion. With millions of people affected by urinary incontinence, which is involuntary urinary leakage, managing continence is creeping out into the light of day.

While the problem of urinary incontinence is generally associated with old age, it can affect people at any age. For many reasons, not the least of which is embarrassment, many of the people who do suffer from some sort of urinary incontinence suffer in silence, which means that they are not seeking out any help for their condition either.

Urinary incontinence is not a disease; rather it is a symptom of some physical, underlying problem. Becoming incontinent is not a natural part of getting old, though there are changes related to aging that can contribute to urinary incontinence. For example, as a person ages they may develop certain physical limitations that make it difficult for them to reach the bathroom.

Another behavior that may accompany aging is not drinking enough fluids, which can cause a couple of continence problems. First, it concentrates the urine, which can irritate the bladder causing more frequent urination. Secondly, it can cause constipation, which can also be a contributing factor in urinary incontinence.

Conditions such as bladder infection, stroke or afflictions that affect the nervous system can also lead to urinary incontinence. Many medications have urinary incontinence as a side effect, where they either act as a diuretic flooding the bladder with liquid, or they reduce awareness or the urge to urinate like muscle relaxants.

As an older adult there are some things that you can do to manage continence on your own, and most of the ideas are pretty simple. If you have a physical limitation that makes it difficult to get yourself to the bathroom, get into the habit of going to the bathroom at regular intervals throughout the day. Every two or three hours visit the rest room whether you feel the urge to go or not. By scheduling your trips to the bathroom before they are urgent, you are giving yourself ample time to get there before you are hit by a sudden urge to go.

The next step in managing continence on your own is to keep your system regular and avoid becoming constipated. Make sure that you drink about five glasses of water per day along with the fluids that you would normally drink. You may also want to cut back on your consumption of drinks with caffeine or alcohol and drink water instead.

If you are still having problems talk to your medical care professional so that they can identify any medical problems that may be causing your incontinence symptoms. And as you are working through the solution to your problem, incontinence pads can free you from the worry of having accidental leakage in public. They protect clothing and furniture, and they offer protection from skin irritation. While you cannot ignore aging, managing continence as you age allows you to enjoy a continued active lifestyle.

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Urge Urinary Incontinence Treated Successfully with Medical Therapy and Bladder Retraining

Thursday, December 10th, 2009

If you are experiencing a strong and sudden need to urinate, followed by your bladder contracting and urine leakage, then you are probably dealing with urge urinary incontinence. Your symptoms will include a distended or uncomfortable abdomen, the need to urinate frequently whether day or night, involuntary urine loss, and the sudden urgent need to urinate.

With these symptoms you should seek out medical help, because there are treatments that can help you. Once you have been properly diagnosed by a medical professional, treatments including bladder retraining and medical therapy are options for management or a cure.

While you can manage the bladder retraining, your doctor will have to prescribe any medical therapy that may be necessary. Bladder retraining is exactly what it sounds like, simply retraining your bladder to properly void. To start you will set a timer to urinate before your body gets the urge to void. With your timer, you will urinate every hour whether or not you feel that you need to. If you have to go sooner than an hour, try to hold it. After one week on the hour schedule, you will move your intervals to ninety minutes. The following week you will increase your intervals to two hours, followed by two and a half hours the next week, and finally followed by three hours the week after that.

Once you reach three hours, you will stay there and plan to urinate about every three hours, and while this process will take over a month to complete, it will be well worth your time.

If your doctor determines that you will need medical therapy for your urge incontinence, you will very likely be prescribed Ditropan, imipramine or Detrol. Each of these medicines works in conjunction with bladder retraining, and together the medical therapy coupled with the bladder retraining is very effective for dealing with urge urinary incontinence.

And as you are working through the solution to your problem, incontinence pads can free you from the worry of having urinary leakage in public. They protect clothing and furniture, and they offer protection from skin irritation. DryForLife supplies incontinence pads, which may be ordered online and delivered discreetly right to your front door.

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