Light adult incontinence

If you are a younger woman who suffers from bladder weakness, chances are you have tried standard-issue sanitary towels to help you cope with occasional leakage. Perhaps you have found these products less than satisfactory; if so, you are not alone, and there are good reasons why these products are not the best choice for dealing with the issue of bladder weakness.

For starters, these products were not designed to handle this type of fluid. Standard mini-pads and liners were designed for the purpose of handling menstrual fluids, which tend to be heavier in nature. Therefore, using these products to cope with bladder weakness is never a good idea; at least, not if you don’t want to have to concern yourself with embarrassing leakage.

So what are the options? Thankfully, there are many products available today that are designed solely for coping with adult bladder weakness. These products are made of much more absorbent materials and generally have a waterproof backing to guard against unwanted leakage. In addition, they are designed to keep acidic urine away from tender skin, which can easily become irritated when exposed to wetness. Pads can be worn inside your undergarments, the same as a menstrual pad, and offer the same (or better) discreetness, comfort and security as their counterparts.

If you tend to leak large amounts of urine and require heavier protection, undergarments can be purchased that resemble actual underwear. These may be disposable, a slightly more expensive option, or may be washable (reusable). They may have a pocket in which to fit a disposable insert, such as a pad, or may come with a built-in pad. Washable undergarments are generally designed to be able to handle being washed by machine or by hand.

Bladder weakness need not be a source of embarrassment or shame. After all, 1 in 3 women over the age of 30 are estimated to suffer from bladder weakness. It is a common problem with pregnancy, childbirth, and the resulting pelvic floor weakness as its main cause. The issue may be a temporary one that can be helped by the use of pelvic floor exercises and simple lifestyle changes, or it may be more serious, requiring surgery or other medical treatments. Whether it is temporary or permanent, you will likely need to make use of bladder weakness products for a period of time and, if so, you should choose products that are specifically designed with this problem in mind.

When choosing bladder weakness products, the following qualities should be kept in mind:

• Weight loss if  you are overweight
• Avoidance of alcohol and caffeine
• Quitting smoking
• Pelvic floor exercises

You may have heard the old adage that in order to meet the handsome prince, you must kiss some frogs along the way. The same holds true for bladder weakness products: you may have tried to “make do” with products designed for your menstrual period, but these products are not designed to cope with bladder weakness. To feel confident and secure, you may want to try products designed solely for this purpose.

DryForLife products meet the above specifications; in addition, your products can be delivered directly (and discreetly) to your door, meaning that no one but yourself need know that you suffer from bladder weakness. To view our selection of bladder weakness products, please visit www.dryforlife.co.uk. Our products meet the high standards that you will come to expect.

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