Incontinence can be urinal or fecal, or both. Patients suffer not only from the physical hassles of incontinence but also suffer tremendous emotional stress because of the shame and fear that comes along with it. The unpredictability of untimely leaks can become one’s worst nightmare. Not being in control over something as basic as bladder and bowel movements can be frustratingly traumatizing. This has devastating effects on their self-confidence and dignity, and incontinence patients can be frustratingly traumatizing, having a devastating effect on self confidence and dignity. In many cases the trauma can also have deeper psychological impact, that are hard to detect.
Let’s talk about ‘Incontinence’!
Incontinence is not taboo, it is a part of the natural aging process. At times, it can be a side effect of medication, surgery or an injury. It certainly should not be a reason that prevents an incontinent patient from living their life to the fullest. Modern healthcare solutions are constantly working towards alleviating incontinence. Advancements in the design and development of incontinence products, like absorbent adult diapers have put a growing number of effective solutions within the reach of incontinent patients. Improvements in public awareness have debunked myths and shredded the negative aura and stigma that shrouds incontinence. Incontinent patients can finally open out and talk about the problem without prejudice. Now they can head to the nearest pharmacy or medical center and express discuss the problems they face due to incontinence without feeling embarrassed, and get timely and appropriate solutions for them easily.
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Source: Wellnessbriefs.com