Absorbent Undergarments
A variety of absorbent pads and undergarments are quite effective in catching spills and leaks. Many undergarments developed for incontinence are almost indistinguishable from regular briefs and underpants.
For women, the following are available:
- Normal and even attractive looking washable underwear that contains waterproof panels is available for women. Even stomach-control panties are available for women with incontinence.
For men, the following are available:
- Drip collectors are available which can be worn under briefs and are not noticeable under normal clothing. Lined with absorbent material, the pouch-like collector surrounds the penis or scrotum and is fastened with a belt or pins.
- Washable briefs made from polyester have a fully functional fly and waterproof panel and look and feel like normal underwear. Boxer shorts are also available that look regular but have a protective pouch.
Even for men and women with severe incontinence, disposable undergarments can be purchased that have a normal look to them.
All absorbent undergarments should be changed when wet to limit problems of chafing or infection.
Personal Urinals
A specially shaped plastic urinal (Feminal) is available for women. It avoids the use of a bedpan, and can be used while the woman is lying down, seated, or even standing.
Urinals for men are available that attach to athletic-like supporters.
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