Types of Incontinence Underwear

Types of Incontinence Underwear

Urinary incontinence should no longer be an embarrassing condition. There are millions of people suffering from this condition and every day there are new products and new improvements in incontinence supplies being introduced. Women often suffer more than men from incontinence. Most are embarrassed by their condition. Wearing diapers or disposable incontinence underwear is degrading and unappealing. Ladies washable incontinence underwear offers discreet, comfortable protection for your most private parts so you can live each day with confidence and dignity. The fabric doesn’t crumple or make other odd noises and the incontinence underwear itself looks and feels like regular underwear. You can look forward to a day filled with comfort and normal function instead of constantly feeling embarrassed and frustrated.

Women who suffer from urinary incontinence may experience unexpected periods, inability to hold urine in, leaking or dribbling, and an uncomfortable and embarrassing need to go. Urinary incontinence underwear helps control leakage and reduces the number of times a woman has to use incontinence pads or washroom facilities. The underwear also fits well, looks attractive, and is washable and reusable like your usual panties.

Both men and women can benefit from incontinence underwear, but there are specific styles and types for each gender. Most doctors recommend disposable incontinence pads for both men and women. These pads should be changed on a regular basis. They can be kept inside the underwear, which is useful in case of accidental leaks or tears. Disposable incontinence underwear allows patients to avoid the embarrassment and extra cleaning that comes with having to clean up messes while wearing protective underwear.

Washable incontinence underwear is another choice for a urinary condition. This type of underwear allows the woman to change the style according to her particular needs. It also feel more comfortable and less degrading wearing regular protective underwear than the disposable ones. Saving money is another positive asset when deciding on leakproof underwear. The panties can be washed and reused for many years. Also, they are friendlier to the environment and do not add to the landfill.

Leakproof underwear come in many styles and fabrics. They are styled as regular briefs, hiphuggers, bikinis, etc. and may come in cotton, nylon, or the latest sustainable fabric Modal. The protective crotch usually offers anti-microbial and anti-odor qualities. It is made up of three layers. The top layer closest to the body is a wicking fabric absorbing the urine and transferring it to the second layer. Your crotch feels dry once the liquid is absorbed. The middle layer has a protective plastic or polyurethane layer which prevents the liquid from seeping thru unto the outer layer and your clothes. The crotch may come in light, moderate,
or heavy absorbency depending on your leakage. Neither of the three absorbencies fully protect against uncontrolled bladders which result in full urination.

Incontinence leakproof underwear offer a combination of comfort, protection, style, and good hygiene.

Dianny

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