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Male Incontinence Pads for Today’s Active Man

Tuesday, July 20th, 2010

Incontinence in men, although less common than in women, is more frequent than most men might think. Men can suffer from the same types of incontinence that plague women, including stress incontinence, overflow incontinence and urge incontinence. Regardless of the type of incontinence experienced, today’s men expect the same level of comfort and security from male incontinence pads as women do from products designed for them.
Men who suffer from incontinence will be glad to know that male incontinence pads are designed with them in mind. Because their anatomy is different and more wetness is expected to occur at the front of the pads, male incontinence pads today are designed with extra protection in the front, where it is needed most. Discreetness is just as important to men, and male incontinence products are designed to resemble normal undergarments and securely hold male incontinence pads in place. Male incontinence pants look and feel like normal underwear and come in a variety of styles, including boxers and briefs.
Here are some examples of popular styles of male incontinence pads and incontinence pants that can be used with pads:
Male Guard for Men- These disposable shaped male incontinence pads fit in regular pants and are held securely in place with an adhesive strip. They are absorbent and men will feel secure and comfortable, no matter what activity they are involved in.
Premium Pouch Pants for Men- These washable incontinence pants look and feel like regular underwear and contain a pouch that holds a disposable pad securely in place. Men will enjoy the fact that these pants feel like normal underwear and can be worn discreetly under any pant type.
Boxer Short Pants for Men- Prefer boxers? Many men do, which is why these incontinence pants are so popular. These pants feature a highly absorbent built-in pad and look just like popular boxers sold everywhere. Men will appreciate their style and comfort.
Complete Pants for Men- Many men choose briefs over boxers, and these briefs contain a built-in male incontinence pad. Made of comfortable polyester, these pants have a fly front that looks like the real thing.
Today’s active man can pursue virtually any activity, secure in the fact that DryForLife male incontinence pads and incontinence pants will protect him while keeping him dry and comfortable. There are more choices than ever for men who suffer from incontinence.
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How to Choose the Right Incontinent Products

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

There is often a lot of trial and error that goes into choosing the right incontinent products. After all, you want to be sure that your incontinent products do what you need them to do, at a cost that won’t stress your wallet. The following are some factors you may want to consider when choosing incontinent products:
What level of protection do I need?
It is important to consider how much protection you require. For example, are you constantly wet, or do you suffer from mild incontinence only when you cough or sneeze? Here’s a breakdown of incontinence levels.
Level 1 (Light or Mild Incontinence) – This type of incontinence is often the result of stress on the bladder (stress incontinence). It often occurs with sneezing, coughing or lifting a heavy object. Level 1 incontinence involves only small losses of urine or drops of urine associated with the activities mentioned.
Level 2 (Moderate Incontinence) – This level of incontinence includes losing the partial contents of your bladder, but not the entire amount. Moderate incontinence often occurs with overflow incontinence or urge incontinence.
Level 3 (Heavy Incontinence) – Most people with heavy incontinence have little control over their bladders. They may experience urine loss at night and their bladder may empty completely without warning.
Level 4 (Severe Incontinence) – People with severe incontinence may have other medical conditions, suffer from heavy incontinence and may also suffer from bowel incontinence.
Washable or Disposable?
Another important factor to consider is whether to choose washable or disposable incontinent products. Disposable incontinent products are simply disposed of after use, which many people find more convenient. Washable incontinent products require rinsing and washing, and although they may be more cost effective, many people do not want the hassle involved in constant laundering.
Absorbency
Absorbency can be used as a guide to help you choose an incontinent product. If you discover that the incontinent product you are using is not absorbent enough, you can simply try a product with a higher absorbency.
These guidelines can help you choose the DryForLife incontinence product that is just right for you. If you are still unsure of which product to choose, you can call us for free advice over the telephone, or email us if you prefer.
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What Qualities Do You Look For in Incontinence Supplies?

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

There are many qualities that may make certain incontinence supplies attractive to you. These qualities are quite universal and might include the following:
Comfort – If you have a need to wear incontinence products, chances are that comfort is high on your list of priorities when choosing incontinence supplies. Incontinence supplies should be made of materials that are soft against the skin and absorb moisture efficiently and effectively. Cheaper brands of incontinence products may save you money, but may be less comfortable to wear, especially if you wear incontinence products “around the clock”.
Absorbency – You need to be able to trust that the incontinence supplies you choose perform as advertised; that is, that they are as absorbent as they say there are. Some products priced lower may not absorb leakage as effectively as they should, leaving you less than satisfied when clothing or furniture becomes wet.
Cos t – The cost of incontinence supplies is an issue for many people. Choosing incontinence supplies should not come at a price that means you have to “go without” in other areas. Cost effective incontinence supplies should be absorbent enough that you are not forced to change them too frequently, but should also not be so expensive that you feel as though you are being extravagant if you change them when necessary. Purchasing well made and high quality incontinence supplies should come at an affordable price, and you should not have to substitute quality for affordability.
Variety – Incontinence supplies come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and styles to suit a wide variety of need. One size does NOT fit all, especially when it comes to incontinence products. You want to be able to choose from different styles to suit your lifestyle, wardrobe and activity level.
Accessibility – You may choose an incontinence product based on its availability. For example, many people prefer to have their incontinence supplies shipped directly to their door, so that they always have a ready supply of products available, and they are not forced to shop in a store for products that they need that very day. This quality may be very important to someone who is not able to get about easily. Others may simply prefer the discreetness that a service such as home delivery provides.
Regardless of which of these qualities is most important to you, DryForLife has you covered! With many varieties of incontinence supplies to choose from, our product line is affordable. Our products offer superb comfort and absorbency. Best of all, you can have your incontinence supplies sent directly to your home, saving you the hassle of having to shop for them in the store. DryForLife welcomes your business, and we believe in treating our customers like family.
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Bladder Care Fights Incontinence

Monday, June 28th, 2010

Because of stresses that pregnancy and childbirth place on a woman’s body, much of the discussion surrounding incontinence is geared towards women; however, men do suffer from incontinence too. Especially as people get older, incontinence becomes a problem for men as well as women. While incontinence is not a normal part of ageing, its occurrence does become more frequent with ageing. So it is always important to ferret out the underlying cause of incontinence, and then treat that problem to resolve the incontinence symptom. While you are working with your doctor to resolve any problems that pertain to a weak bladder, here are some things that may help reduce the incidence of incontinence.

Drink, Drink, Drink!
If you have a weak bladder, and you find that you are suffering from incontinence as a result of it, your first inclination may be to drink as little as possible. However, this simple plan to curtail incontinence can actually backfire on you. If you cut your liquid intake too low your urine will become very concentrated, which can irritate your bladder making the likelihood of incontinence even higher. On the flip side, drinking too much water will cause your body to send an increased volume of liquid to your bladder, which will also increase the likelihood of incontinence. So it is important to hydrate properly.

Think Before You Drink
While you may love slurping down your morning coffee, a mid afternoon soda or an evening glass of wine, there are some drinks that just make the bladder angry with incontinence following not far behind. Caffeinated, carbonated and alcoholic drinks all irritate the bladder and act as a diuretic, so think before you drink, and stay away from drinks that ultimately cause more harm than good.

Healthy Weight = Healthy Bladder
When you are overweight you put extra stress on all of your body’s functions, including your bladder. So eating too much and drinking too much can weaken the bladder and just push it to the brink of incontinence. Mind what you eat and drink to help maintain bladder health.

Smoke? Stop
Smoking is not good for your health in general, and while the smoke itself does not affect incontinence, the cough that the smoke produces can affect incontinence. Chronic coughing puts unnecessary pressure on the bladder, and this pressure is a contributor to incontinence.

Exercise Everything
Muscles weaken over time, and the muscles of your pelvic floor are certainly no exception to the rule. The good news is, though, that you can keep your pelvic floor muscles in shape by exercising them just like any other muscle in your body, and the really good news is that ‘working out’ your pelvic floor muscles substantially improves about seventy five percent of moderate to light cases of incontinence.

Your bladder will weaken as you age, but incontinence should never be considered an inevitable part of ageing. Taking care of your health by exercising and watching your diet can go a long way towards maintaining your bladder’s health and avoiding any incidents of incontinence altogether.

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Incontinence Underwear for Women

Sunday, June 6th, 2010

Women have a much higher chance of suffering from incontinence than men, largely because of the toll pregnancy and childbirth take on a woman’s body. The damage caused by the birthing process can range from severe to very subtle. Some women experience problems during pregnancy, and others do not experience anything out of the ordinary until after childbirth. Still other women do not have any incontinence symptoms until years after giving birth. Whether you are affected immediately or years later you will want to have the option of finding incontinence underwear for women that is both attractive and functional.

There are many different styles of incontinence underwear, and depending on how severe your problem is, one type of protective pants may work better for you than others. While pads are also effective at preventing accidental leakage, they are generally not as comfortable to wear. So if you have a temporary or occasional problem, then incontinence pads may work well for you. However, if your problem is chronic or long term, then most women find that incontinence underwear is far more comfortable to wear.

Gone are the days of big, bulky diapers for incontinence control. With the new materials that are available today, you can find incontinence underwear for women that looks just like regular underwear. Even though these panties look like regular ladies underwear with lacy designs and feminine styling, they are constructed to manage incontinence with new materials, which wick urine away from the body and trap it. Some brands of incontinence underwear for women even have the extra advantage of odour control. While underwear should be changed as soon as possible after being soiled, the odour control feature lets you stay confident even in the event that you cannot get to a restroom to change right away.

Since pregnancy and childbirth leave many younger women dealing with incontinence issues, having the option of wearing incontinence underwear that is not bulky and uncomfortable, lets these women stay active and engaged. With incontinence underwear for women closely resembling regular briefs for women, it is easier for a woman to keep her incontinence problems completely private.

For convenience women can also find disposable incontinence underwear, which may come in handy when you are traveling. Generally disposable incontinence briefs are more expensive to use than reusable incontinence briefs, but if you only use them when you need the convenience of disposable, the extra cost may be well worth it. While disposable incontinence underwear for women is not quite as comfortable as their washable counterparts, they are still made to be low profile and virtually undetectable.

When you are purchasing incontinence underwear make sure that you get the right type for your level of incontinence. Whether disposable or reusable, incontinence underwear comes in many different levels of absorbency. There are also styles of incontinence underwear that are specifically designed to hold an incontinence pad. Regardless of the style of brief, check the absorbency rating on the incontinence underwear that you are planning to purchase, and make sure that it will accommodate your level of incontinence.

If you are a young woman and you are having to deal with incontinence, make sure to explore all of the different management options that are available for you on the market. By finding incontinence underwear for women that closely resembles regular ladies briefs, you can get on about living your life and feel very normal. So shop around, and while you are definitely searching for function in your undergarments, now you can find a little style to go along with it.

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Disposable Incontinence Products Help with Odour Issues

Sunday, May 23rd, 2010

If you are managing an adult incontinence condition, you are all too well aware of the problems of staying comfortable and dry. You may also find that while reusable, washable incontinence products are generally a little easier on the pocketbook, disposable incontinence products frequently work better for managing dryness. The convenience of being able to swap out a soiled incontinence pad for a new one is much quicker and easier than removing and replacing soiled pants.

Being able to refresh yourself quickly with a minimum of fuss helps you to stay mobile and active. One of the sad, side effects of adult incontinence is that it tends to isolate a person from their friends and even family. Fears of having a public accident or embarrassing odour can cause a person to purposely withdraw from social activities that they once loved. While you cannot make your incontinence problem go away, you can do the next best thing, and that is to manage it.

By trying many different incontinence products you can determine which ones work best for you. If you live an active lifestyle, you will very likely use several different types of products depending on your activity. For example, you may choose to wear a washable incontinence pant for a workout at the gym, because you will be washing all of your workout clothes anyway. Then you may prefer a disposable incontinence pad for your day at work for quick and easy cleanup.

While you can find hygiene sprays to help with odour control, you can also help the situation by naturally reducing the amount of odour in your urine, and here are some ideas that may help. Always start with a thorough physical examination, which will make sure that you do not have any infection building in your bladder causing an unpleasant odour in the urine. Then be aware of what you are eating, because many foods like coffee, tuna fish, asparagus, onions or garlic can pass their unique scent on to your urine. Oftentimes when a person suffers from incontinence they tend to limit their fluid intake hoping to curtail their fluid output, however you always want to make sure that you drink plenty of fluids. By staying properly hydrated you keep your urine from becoming too concentrated, which also helps manage odour. Then there are foods like cranberry juice, which increase the acidity of the urine helping to reduce any odour naturally.

So as you are managing your incontinence problem, you can set yourself up to stay engaged and active without having to worry about embarrassing odour or accidents. Using reusable and disposable incontinence products that help to contain leakage, keep skin dry and have odour control helps you to carry on as usual. Incontinence products that keep any odour from forming coupled with managing your diet can really help you to continue living as you did before your incontinence problems began. At DryForLife we are happy to supply you with a sample pack of products for you to try for free, so that you can find the products that best work for you and your lifestyle.

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Childrens Incontinence Pants and Patience for Potty Training Success

Saturday, May 1st, 2010

Toilet training your child can be one of the most frustrating things that you have ever had to deal with, and it is one of the most important things that you have ever had to do as well. When it is not done properly, it can have far reaching and damaging ramifications. Some of the problems that can evolve are constipation and impaction, urinary tract infections and dysfunctional voiding. Using childrens incontinence pants during the training process can remove a lot of stress during this time for the parent and the child.

By the age of three most children have mastered the ability to hold their bladders and their bowel movements until they can get to a toilet. Most frequently a child learns to control their bladder well before they learn to control their bowels. If you find yourself getting frustrated because your child just does not seem to be getting the hang of toilet training, seek the advice of your medical professional to keep any unnecessary problems from developing. Your child will sense your frustration even if you are doing your best to mask it.

If your child is truly having problems mastering their toileting skills, the underlying problem can be either physical or, more likely, behavioral. The most common physical cause of toileting problems is a urinary tract infection, but a medical examination can help rule out any physical problems for your child.

If a child is physically healthy, and they continue to resist any attempts at toilet training, they may be challenging you to a power struggle. Frequently this argument begins as the child simply digs in their heels as parents offer excessive reminders to go to the bathroom, and many of these children have been dragged to the bathroom and plunked on the toilet unwillingly. Usually this type of child is a little stubborn and extremely independent.

From a parent’s view having a child who is fiercely independent may not be such a thrill as you are butting heads with them over toilet training, but this independence will probably be an asset to them as young adults making their way in the world. So for now, be patient, stock up on childrens incontinence pants, and realize that eventually your child will realize that toilet training really is in their best interest.

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Postponing the Need for Incontinence Pads for Women

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

Urinary incontinence affects one in three women over the age of sixty, and women are twice as likely as men to develop problems with incontinence. Women are commonly afflicted with stress incontinence, which occurs as a result of weakened pelvic floor muscles. These muscles are weakened as a result of pregnancy, childbirth or menopause. Urge incontinence and overflow incontinence can also occur as a result of nerve damage to the bladder, kidney stones, infection or spinal damage. There are any number of different causes for a woman’s involuntary urination prompting the need for incontinence pads for women.

However, a Swedish study that was published in an issue of Fertility and Sterility draws a strong connection between oral contraceptive use and a measurable decrease in incidents of urinary incontinence among women approaching menopause. The study was conducted as a web based survey. The surveyors questioned over 10,000 women from the Swedish Twin Registry who were older than twenty three and younger than fifty. The line of questioning was interested solely in the connection that oral contraception has with any increase or decrease of urinary incontinence. The study found that as women used birth control their risk of suffering from symptoms of stress incontinence, urge incontinence or a combination of the two was severely diminished. Overactive bladder sufferers also realized a reduction in their symptoms, but not enough to consider oral contraception helpful in controlling the symptoms for an overactive bladder.

What is interesting about this study is that up until this point most other studies concluded that administering hormones to patients generally worsened their condition instead of improving it. Therefore, what researchers have discovered is that hormones have a completely different effect on younger women than they do on older women, because when the hormones are administered to perimenopausal women the symptoms of urinary incontinence noticeably improved.

Oral contraceptives have long been known to combat bacterial vaginosis and offer protection against pelvic inflammatory disease, and now they are showing promise in the treatment of some types of urinary incontinence in older women. Since hormones affect virtually every part of your body, you want to always consult your physician before considering taking oral contraception. So, if you are an older woman suffering from urinary incontinence, rather than simply stock up on incontinence pads for women, you may want to talk to your doctor about taking birth control pills to manage your urinary incontinence situation. And as you are getting your problem under control, remember that DryForLife has been helping their customers find just the right products for over forty years, and we offer speedy and discreet shipping.

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Urinary Incontinence Products that Work for You

Sunday, April 18th, 2010

When you notice that you are experiencing a problem with urinary incontinence, you will certainly want to discuss the problem with your doctor, because your doctor can ferret out the exact cause of your condition. Then as you work with your doctor towards a cure for your incontinence problem, you will want to find quality, urinary incontinence products to help you avoid any embarrassing situations.

When you are looking for products, you will of course find pants and pads, and you will also find products that can help your skin stay healthy by preventing irritation and rashes. If you are not sure what types of products would work best for your situation, check with your medical professional, because they have plenty of experience dealing with different products for odour control and skin protection, pads and pants, as well as comfort and ease of use.

After discussing products with your medical professional you will have a good starting point as you set about finding which products work best for you. As you try different urinary incontinence products, if they work for you, great, and if not, then you can try another product or brand until you find ones that work to your satisfaction.

As you try different products, you will determine soon enough which ones work best for you. You may find that different products work for different activities in your life. For example, a disposable pad may work best for your daily exercise routine, where washable incontinence pants may be more comfortable for wearing the rest of the day. At night, waterproof mattress covers may be your most comfortable choice.

When you do wear disposable pants or pads, make sure to change them regularly, because even if they are not soiled, they can chafe your skin and cause a rash. When your disposable pad is soiled, you will definitely want to change it as soon as possible to keep your skin from being compromised and to manage odour.

Washable incontinence pants look very much like regular underwear, and have a reinforced crotch area. Some are even constructed from special fabric that helps to wick wetness away from you keeping your skin dry and healthy. This type of underwear is generally worn without a pad. You can also find waterproof pants that you wear over your regular underwear. Most of these products are very discreet and are virtually undetectable under clothing.

As you are working through the challenge of finding the best products for your situation, DryForLife can help you find the perfect products for your situation. You can try a sample pack of various products, which will give you a great idea of which products you like and which you do not. You may prefer the convenience of disposable urinary incontinence products, or you may prefer the cost savings of washable incontinence products. You may find that a combination of both types of urinary incontinence products really works best for you. Whatever your solution, we are happy to help you find it.

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Mens Incontinence Pads: Solutions that Suit Your Lifestyle

Monday, April 12th, 2010

Finding yourself in the position of needing to understand which incontinence product is the best one for you to use is the last place you ever imagined yourself at this point in your life. As a man especially, the idea of mens incontinence pads is a pretty uncomfortable concept. In dealing with their menstrual cycles, pregnancy and childbirth women are all to familiar with the use of pads, but for most men an incontinence pad is just foreign.

Yet, here you are having to select the right mens incontinence pads for your situation. Before you go any further in your thought process or search for the perfect products, simply look at these pads as a tool that you can employ to continue living a full an productive life. In many cases because of quality, incontinence products you can manage your urinary incontinence symptoms and nobody but you will know. By finding the right tool for the job, you can handle this problem like any other that comes before you. If you cannot see, you get glasses, and when you have a problem with incontinence you get mens incontinence pads. There really is no difference.

When you are determining which incontinence products will work best for you, consider the lifestyle that you want to lead. If you are planning to work out, or play an active sport, you may select disposable shaped pads. Then for your day at work, you may prefer a lighter pad that is comfortable enough to wear all day and undetectable under clothing. There are many different incontinence products available from which to choose, so you may prefer to use disposable mens incontinence pads for some activities and a soft cotton, washable brief for other activities.

While the process of accepting this new limitation may be difficult, if you face the problem head on and find incontinence gear that suits your lifestyle, you can make the situation immensely more manageable. While the transition may be uncomfortable at first, you will acclimate soon enough, and in time you will probably even realize that the whole situation is not quite as bad as you had feared. At DryForLife we have been helping people find the perfect products for their incontinence situations, and we are only a phone call away. You can order your mens incontinence pads online or by phone and have them discreetly delivered right to your front door.

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Archive for the ‘Incontinence Products’ Category

Male Incontinence Pads for Today’s Active Man

How to Choose the Right Incontinent Products

What Qualities Do You Look For in Incontinence Supplies?

Bladder Care Fights Incontinence

Incontinence Underwear for Women

Disposable Incontinence Products Help with Odour Issues

Childrens Incontinence Pants and Patience for Potty Training Success

Postponing the Need for Incontinence Pads for Women

Urinary Incontinence Products that Work for You

Mens Incontinence Pads: Solutions that Suit Your Lifestyle

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