Effects and Causes of Using Incontinence Pads and Products

Incontinence can either be fecal incontinence or unitary incontinence. The former refers to the involuntary excretion of bowel contents whereas the later refers to the involuntary excretion of urine. Talking about urine incontinence, this is when a person urinates even when they don’t want to. The primary reason for the occurrence of this is urinary sphincter is affected and weakened and hence can no longer be controlled.

Causes of Urinary Incontinence:

Alcohol, smoking, sleeping tablets, drugs, and some kinds of meditations are the main causes of the urinary infections. Apart from that, diabetic patients cannot control their urine flow and after any major operation, patients can also suffer from urinary incontinence problems.

1. When there’s a blockage in the bladder as a result of constipation, urinary stones or presence of a tumor.
2. An anatomical defect since birth
3. Development of a fistula
4. Pregnancy or menopause
5. Age and obesity
6. Urinary tract infections
7. Coughing and sneezing
8. Lifting and working out

Treatment of this problem depends on several factors, such as the type of incontinence, the age, general health level, and their state of mind. But these cases, people can use some incontinence pads and products, and they will get their confidence level back with these pads and products. Apart from this, for the secondary and more permanent solutions, doctors also prescribe certain pelvic floor exercises for patients, to control the urinary incontinence disorders.

Different Types of Urinary Incontinence Pads and Products:

Incontinence Pads and Products are small, multi layered water resilient sheets that can absorb liquids and they are used as a precaution and during the times of urinary incontinence. They are usually constructed in layers of quilted absorbent fabric and alternating liquid impermeable plastic or polyurethane. The different kinds of incontinence pads and products are chair pads, liners, diapers, briefs, bedding, swim suits and wipes. Disposable, reusable and washable pads are also available in market these days that provides the best of protection that one needs and can easily be used by people of any age group and conditions. Absorbent pads are the most commonly used product for absorbing and containing both light and moderate/heavy leakage.

What are the Features of Incontinence Pads and Products?

1. Availability in different sizes, shapes and designs
2. High levels of absorbency
3. Water proof layers inside
4. Elasticized and adhesive strips available to fit in perfectly
5. Contains gel forming polymer
6. Reliability
7. Protection and security
8. Absorbs smell
9. Comfortable
10. Durability

Benefits of Using Incontinence Pad or Product:

A high quality incontinence pad or product provides greater reliability plus protection for an even longer period of time. These pads are extremely convenient for people facing the issues of incontinence and thus help them to lead a leakage free healthy and normal life. The health professional’s advice to use the perfect kind of incontinence pads and products depends on the level of absorbency and leakage. These pads keep one completely dry and comfortable for all day long. There are disposable pads and dribble pouches designed specifically for men with urinary leakage. These are also available in different sizes and are available at most supermarkets and pharmacies very easily and they are also affordable.  Reusable items are less expensive over time but require washing and drying. This includes pads and pants with built-in pads. Some reusable pads need attaching to special reusable underpants or clothing and can even be custom-made. Pants with built-in pads are designed to be worn like underpants and removed when you go to the toilet. Reusable items need to be replaced every 6-12 months.

You can find most products at your local drugstore, supermarket, pharmacy or medical supply store. You can also purchase different types of incontinence pad or products from online shops.