About an estimated 12 million
people worldwide have been reported to suffer from some level of incontinence
every year. Incontinence pads or adult diapers are the most common and arguably
preferable solution to bowel and bladder control. They are extremely absorbent
and decidedly wearable underwear (briefs) for incontinent and bed-ridden
patients. The adult diaper acts as a protective undergarment which offers
consistent leakage protection. General features of an incontinent pad include
its cloth-like or plastic outer surface which is super absorbent as well as its
unisex padding. In present day Nigeria, and arguably West Africa, incontinence
products by Dr. Browns, Incoped and Suave outshine other competitions in this
category (Euro-monitor).
Aside from bed ridden patients,
an extrapolated figure of 848,362 people suffers from some sort of incontinence
in Nigeria alone (WHO). Experts assert that 1 out of every 50 adults suffer from
incontinence. Contrary to widely-held belief, incontinence pads or adult
diapers are not only used by incontinence patients but also bed-ridden patients
and individuals with cognitive impairment.
These pads are not only
economically suitable but are an immediate alternative to surgery and other
measures of incontinence management as they are worn as under wears to prevent leakage and can
really improve the quality of life as they save incontinence patients from
being housebound or from spending a lifetime in the toilet. Other useful
incontinence product for more serious leakages include urinals (urine
collecting device), sheaths, and underlay towel pads which can be used in
delivery rooms as well.
The major advantage of adult
diapers or incontinence pad is their hygienic nature especially the disposable
ones. Whatever incontinence product a patient may use, it is advisable to
follow a realistic change in life style based on their urinary habits and healthy
living as experts strongly suggests that incontinence is most times a symptom
of a health issue and can be corrected in suitable conditions. Incontinence
pads are undoubtedly a safe option for incontinence patients who wish to live a
seamless life regardless.
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