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That is really great to hear Jason. Most of the time a smile on your face is plenty of reward for our caregivers. However, you'd be surprised out just how much joy you can bring to a caregiver by simply thanking them and letting them know that their extra effort, their volunteered respect for their patients, and their empathy is making a difference in our lives.
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Believe me, nurses at hospitals HATE the incontinence products they are forced to use. Traditionally, acute care in general gravitates towards the least expensive product available, which (shocking) is always a lower performing product. If you find yourself in a hospital situation, you do have the right to bring in your own product and insist upon the staff using it.
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Good luck. I hate hospitals. I'm a little concerned on this topic bc my doctor really is pushing me to have a sleep study done to diagnose the sleep apnea we both know I have. I'm not comfortable at this point sleeping somewhere without protection and I'm way too embarrassed to let the sleep technicians see my diaper. I know there's a chance that getting a cpap could help with the bedwetting but I'm too wound up about this to schedule it. I need to work on getting past this.
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I have a neurogenic bladder with urinary retention, so self cath up to 8 times per day, the nurse came in and said Dr, recommended a Foley, should we get that inserted? I was so sick I couldn't say yes fast enough, and yes they put a tape diaper on too, I would hate to self cath in the hospital, my PCP said its much better for you to have a Foley when a inpatient
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When I had a sleep study there was ample opportunity, after the tech wired me up,to go to the restroom. I could also get up and go throughout the night as often as needed. The bedroom is video taped but the bathroom is not. Though I did not have incontinence issues at the time, it certainly would allow you time and private space to get "dressed" before going to bed. If you can't safely be diaper-free for the half hour or so it takes to get wired, then rest assured, not only are the techs extremely professional but you also don't strip down enough for any protection to be visible anyhow. Just wear loose fitting pjs and try your best to get a good night's sleep. Good luck.
When I had a sleep study there was ample opportunity, after the tech wired me up,to go to the restroom. I could also get up and go throughout the night as often as needed. The bedroom is video taped but the bathroom is not. Though I did not have incontinence issues at the time, it certainly would allow you time and private space to get "dressed" before going to bed. If you can't safely be diaper-free for the half hour or so it takes to get wired, then rest assured, not only are the techs extremely professional but you also don't strip down enough for any protection to be visible anyhow. Just wear loose fitting pjs and try your best to get a good night's sleep. Good luck.
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Thanks for that. Good to know. I assumed I wouldn't be able to get out of bed with all the wires attached. Also figured if I was already wearing that they'd see my diaper when hooking me up if the had to lift my shirt up. I knew they're med professionals and will be professional about it but it would be really hard for me to have anyone see me wearing.
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Hi Mike. I too have sleep apnea, and I use a CPAP now. Literally a lifesaver. I also was hesitant to get a sleep study because of worries about the techs seeing me in my night diapers. I was able to do a home-based study with a device my doctor sent home with me.
However, after talking to others online about sleep apnea, I've run into several that have said the same thing--nothing to worry about, they have seen diapers a lot. They reminded me that sleep apnea can result in bedwetting, especially in adults, and so a significant proportion of those who get sleep studies wet the bed. A significant proportion of those wear diapers to the sleep study, especially since they tell you to do your normal sleep routine like you would at home, including wearing the same clothing you always wear to bed, maybe even the same pillow, book, etc.
I don't know if that allays any of your concerns. I'm not sure it would have for me. But it is always nice to know that in situations like this, its not a big deal to medical professionals. They almost expect it given the situation.
Besides, getting the sleep apnea treated is SO WORTH IT. I sleep so much better now, and have so much more energy. Knowing what I know now, I would immediately go get a sleep study, even an overnight one at the hospital with diapers in full display and the embarrassment that comes with it, because it is so much better now. For many people, bedwetting resolves when the sleep apnea is treated. (Not so for mine, but that's ok).
Good luck for whatever path you choose. I hope you find a way to address the sleep apnea. I feel so much better now that mine is addressed.
However, after talking to others online about sleep apnea, I've run into several that have said the same thing--nothing to worry about, they have seen diapers a lot. They reminded me that sleep apnea can result in bedwetting, especially in adults, and so a significant proportion of those who get sleep studies wet the bed. A significant proportion of those wear diapers to the sleep study, especially since they tell you to do your normal sleep routine like you would at home, including wearing the same clothing you always wear to bed, maybe even the same pillow, book, etc.
I don't know if that allays any of your concerns. I'm not sure it would have for me. But it is always nice to know that in situations like this, its not a big deal to medical professionals. They almost expect it given the situation.
Besides, getting the sleep apnea treated is SO WORTH IT. I sleep so much better now, and have so much more energy. Knowing what I know now, I would immediately go get a sleep study, even an overnight one at the hospital with diapers in full display and the embarrassment that comes with it, because it is so much better now. For many people, bedwetting resolves when the sleep apnea is treated. (Not so for mine, but that's ok).
Good luck for whatever path you choose. I hope you find a way to address the sleep apnea. I feel so much better now that mine is addressed.
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If you are nervous about the sleep study, mention when you confirm your appointment that you have enuresis/incontinence. I have never had a Doctor, Nurse, or Physicians Assistant exclaim "Adult diaper!" but I have found giving them a heads up either prior to an appointment or prior to disrobing puts me at ease. Medical professionals are aware that incontinence exists and how people deal with it. Knock on wood, the reaction I typically get is, "oh, okay."
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