moisture barrier?
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I’ve had better luck with a&d cream
Also I’ve had luck taking showers when changing if I’m home, it’s better than the chemical infused wipes.
Also consider differant products that pull urin away from your skin. I’ve found that poly backed diapers work far better for this than pullips or “cloth like” briefs.
Also I’ve had luck taking showers when changing if I’m home, it’s better than the chemical infused wipes.
Also consider differant products that pull urin away from your skin. I’ve found that poly backed diapers work far better for this than pullips or “cloth like” briefs.
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@jbo They can be purchased directly on the internet or get a prescription from your urologist and have your insurance company pay for all or some of them.
What they are is a condom that opens at the end and attaches to a tube that leads to a collection bag.
You can call Comfort Medical +1 (800) 210-5134. Ask for samples that would include several bags and condoms (in different sizes). They will provide a gauge that you can take an exact measurement for the best fit. This is the quickest way to give them a try.
It takes a while to figure out how they work best. You have to be patient and don’t go out in public until you have confidence in the fit and have learned how to secure all the connections properly. Wearing tight pants can cause crimps and pull the connections apart if you are not careful.
Good luck!
What they are is a condom that opens at the end and attaches to a tube that leads to a collection bag.
You can call Comfort Medical +1 (800) 210-5134. Ask for samples that would include several bags and condoms (in different sizes). They will provide a gauge that you can take an exact measurement for the best fit. This is the quickest way to give them a try.
It takes a while to figure out how they work best. You have to be patient and don’t go out in public until you have confidence in the fit and have learned how to secure all the connections properly. Wearing tight pants can cause crimps and pull the connections apart if you are not careful.
Good luck!
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We have recently received patent protection for our external soft silicone sleeve that is designed to put upward pressure on the urethra to impede urine flow. I can only offer you a protype at this time to try, since we are now seeking a medical industry partner to take it to market. You can certainly try it if you have an interest. Knowing what's coming will give you a great measure of hope for the future, I believe. Impeding leakage is always a better choice, I would argue. I can send more info if you email us at amhelp@comcast.net. DG
We have recently received patent protection for our external soft silicone sleeve that is designed to put upward pressure on the urethra to impede urine flow. I can only offer you a protype at this time to try, since we are now seeking a medical industry partner to take it to market. You can certainly try it if you have an interest. Knowing what's coming will give you a great measure of hope for the future, I believe. Impeding leakage is always a better choice, I would argue. I can send more info if you email us at amhelp@comcast.net. DG
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@jbo I agree with Klew11. Check out the forum "Condom Catheters". It has a lot of great info. I use Condom Catheters (external catheters or EC) day and night. It did take a while to figure out what worked for me, but once I did... no more diapers/pads and associated problems. I still work as a landscaper and snowplow in the winter. The EC's have given me back my freedom.
I used Comfort Medical and got free samples. Once I had it figured out I asked my Dr and the prescription was written. Medicare/Insurance covers all the costs so far.
Good Luck. Being dry again was well worth the time it took. R
I used Comfort Medical and got free samples. Once I had it figured out I asked my Dr and the prescription was written. Medicare/Insurance covers all the costs so far.
Good Luck. Being dry again was well worth the time it took. R
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Found this to be the best. Comes in two strengths
Red tube and yellow tube. Both superior.
I don’t use ointment regularly. Very seldom, as I’ve never had rash. But occasionally will use this for longer periods of wearing protection. So it must do a great job of prevention.
Red tube and yellow tube. Both superior.
I don’t use ointment regularly. Very seldom, as I’ve never had rash. But occasionally will use this for longer periods of wearing protection. So it must do a great job of prevention.
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I'm proactive with Calmoseptine and apply with each change to prevent skin issues (don't wait for there to be a problem first). Calmoseptine is extremely thick so it'll stay on until you wipe it off. I've used it for years and unless I get a heat rash or accidently tape my diaper to tight I wont have skin issues.
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@jbo Along with suggestions from changing more (honestly folks, it's not a contest to see how much a product holds, there's no 1st place prize; only participation trophies) to protective creams (I'm a fan of Aquaphor 40% zinc), I would add 1) drinking more water to lower concentration, 2) airing out your skin daily, and 3) you said you are diabetic so, skin help is really important. You also didn't mention what products you use so, this maybe not applicable - I would stay away from plastic backed diapers as they trap heat and moisture more than breathable, cloth backed products.
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