Incontinence in women is a common problem. But since she is on the list of sensitive topics, they prefer not to talk about her. In the meantime, incontinence leads to a number of psychological, physical and social difficulties, interfering not only with the patient himself, but also with others.
You must understand that urinary incontinence (or incontinence) is not a disease, but a symptom. It may appear as a result of impaired body functions due to any process or disease. It is not a sign of aging, despite the conventional wisdom of most people. And only part of the cases is solved by the introduction of physical exercises, but the rest have to come to terms with the problem and learn to live with it.
There are many reasons, and often this is a whole complex:
- menopause;
- violation or change in the location of the pelvic organs relative to the bladder, as well as a violation of their nervous sensitivity;
- diseases of the pelvic organs ;
- problems of the nervous system with impaired function of the pelvic organs;
- taking some drugs.
Severity:
I - urine loss is minimal, with a pronounced load;
II - loss of urine at moderate load;
III - loss of urine with minimal load and at rest.
Most women are embarrassed by this problem, so they do not go to the doctor for a long time. Often they don’t even know which specialist can address this issue. It must be understood that only a doctor can determine the cause of incontinence, prescribe the right treatment and advise additional measures to improve the quality of life. And this can be either a local therapist or a gynecologist, neurologist or urologist.
With urinary incontinence, most experts recommend the use of additional hygiene products. Before proceeding with the selection, you need to determine your needs. Everything is taken into account: quantity, size, shape, reliability, absorbency, material, additional properties, as well as affordability and price limits.
The most popular remedy for women is urological pads. They are mainly used for mild to moderate incontinence. Actively used in the postoperative, postpartum period, with heavy periods, with uterine bleeding, after gynecological interventions, etc.
Urological pads differ in absorbency, shape, size, material, so you can choose the appropriate option, taking into account the constitution of the body and the degree of incontinence.
Primary requirements:
- Many hours moisture retention.
- Long-term dryness.
- Anatomical shape.
- Maximum convenience when dressing and wearing, comfort, inconspicuousness.
- Exclusion of the development of infections, etc.
Additional features of the pads include the so-called breathable laminate, which protects against pressure sores, an absorbent that eliminates odors, an indicator that indicates the need to change the pads, and the absence of latex, which is important for allergy sufferers.
There are urological pads for women and men, which differ in form, as well as in some cases by the method of attachment.
Urological pads are perfectly fixed with additional devices - panties. They are reusable - they can be washed. When donning, the seams should remain outside. They contribute to changing clothes without changing clothes. Perfectly suited for use both at home and in hospitals, maternity hospitals, and other health care facilities.
For bedridden people, as well as with severe incontinence, diapers are more suitable. They combine underpants and padding and are recognized as the most effective and reliable. The advantages of diapers are that the urine is absorbed quickly, and the smell is neutralized. Cons - in volume and visibility when worn.
Any tool, including urological pads, will be most effective only if you select it for a specific purpose and taking into account all the features of a particular case. Then life will be comfortable and active.