What do you wear?

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Hi Everyone - I know that this is totally random, but what do you wear to make running or walking if you're lucky to get to the bathroom easier? - I know that alot depends on if you are male or female, or if you are still working - At one point I think that it was Maymay that commented that dealing with jeans and zippers was not helpful when you are in a hurry. - I have found that sun dress's in the summer work pretty good. - But, most of the time I go with scrubs and the draw string which is pretty easy to undo when in a rush. Depending on what you pair them with, they are perfectly presentable for Dr. appointments or going to the store. If you are tall like I am - 5'9" ordering on line can limit your color choices. - So ladies and gents - what say you? - Pam
 
My pants are usually jeans or jean shorts with zippers. I try not to wait until the last minute to pee, but I have peed myself undoing my pants. Fortunately, it's rare.
 
Pammy53 - I am male and thus have a different perspective. 2 main problems, post void dribble because of strictures, and urge incontinence because of an enlarged prostates damage to my bladder. First line of defense is a leg bag and external catheter (EC). The problem of the last 4-5 months has been reoccurring skin irritation and inflammation under the EC. So while waiting for the skin to heal I have had to go back to the large sticky-backed pads and if I need more volume, will sometimes use a wraparound. I always wear long pants because of the bag.

Most times I can "make it"... many many times I have not. Yes the zippers/buttons get in the way, as well as getting a pullup out of the way. That is why I started using the pads with a sticky back. The pads allow me to put a fresh pad on without having to take shoes and pants off. Same thing with the wraparounds. The post void dribble still happens a little even after my efforts to drain.

Almost nothing worse than making it... only to loose it while fumbling with zippers and garments. There is always at least 1 if not 2 sets of spare cloths in the car for when stuff happens. I also try to remind myself that I did not do this on purpose or "waited to long", that this is a medical condition mostly not of my making. My only wish is that the Drs had done the proper tests sooner. Maybe I would not have been retaining so much that my bladder looks like a reverse moon scape now. I do have an appointment the end of the month to address some of the ongoing issues.

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@snow They are just like the kids diapers that look like an open U and use Velcro side closures. It is a real pain in the backside to have to take work boots and winter clothes off to change a pull up. These I can drop trousers to my knees and put a fresh one on.

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@Redcat - I can see how they could be more convenient than a pull up without having to get undressed and dressed again. - Pam
 
I gave up as i don't feel my bladder and do not know when it's going to empty. It fills up and lets go without warning only the nice warm wet feeling. then i have to try to empty my bladder to limit UTIs. I no longer try to make it to the bathroom as it's a lost cause.
 
Making to the bathroom in time also ceased to be an option for me following a spinal injury and resulting IC. As a result I wear Tena Slip Maxi Active Fit adult nappies 24/7. That all said clothing choices are equally important to me too so I can change easily and also not be noticeably wearing a nappy. I avoid anything that is too fitted, or low waisted and I like to be able to wear a belt. At night, my pjs have an elastic waist and draw cord so I can pull them pretty tight around the top of the nappy, which also helps contain any leaks at the waist when sleeping.
 
That’s a good question Pam, and I typically stick to tab diapers or wraparound’s as previously mentioned. Easier to change when I don’t make it, and if I do make it, they can be shimmied down for using the toilet. I always have a cover on to catch leaks and conceal the diaper. If it’s a hot day and I’m working, I’ll use a Seni day pad in compression shorts to stay cooler. I’ve been a life long bed wetter, so there is no getting up at night. I’ll use a heavy absorbency diaper with a cover and drawstring shorts and a t-shirt to sleep in.

For my diabetic bladder dysfunction/urge incontinence I decided that prescriptions with side effects or surgery to maybe correct the condition were not what I wanted to pursue. I found the cure worse than the condition, so I’ve continued with behavioral modifications and if that doesn’t work…oh well. I lead an active lifestyle and don’t want to mess with side effects, limitations to movement, or devices that carry limitations to activities I participate in. To each their own, and if something works better for you, that’s great. This happens to be the least invasive, most practical solution for me.
 
@Jetskier You're so lucky you’re a bed wetter and not a wakes-up-every-5-to-60-minutes-to-pee-urgently. I’m both. I’d rather wet my diaper than wake up but I don’t get many nights like that unless I have Ambien. I just don’t get enough Ambien to sleep good regularly. It must be pretty funny to hear someone tell you you’re lucky to be a bedwetter, lol!
 
Snow, Gotta say, that’s a first. I can relate with your situation because when I was a preteen/teen, I’d set many alarms to wake up to go and was so sleep deprived that when I did fall asleep I’d be out cold and still wake up wet. Decided in my teens that I was just going to get a good nights sleep and started wearing diapers to bed. Those who knew of my condition in school definitely never called me lucky.

As I get older, I could also see the benefits in not having to rush to the bathroom where falls become a clear and present danger.
 
@snow - Oh boy. I can see how just peeing in your diaper would almost be preferable - especially if you were oblivious anyway. At least you could sleep. - snow, you are aware of some of the crazy things people can do on Ambien. A friend of a friend cooked an entire Thanksgiving dinner, table set and went back to bed. My husband tried it once at home after his amputation. Ended up in his wheelchair in the closet. I was leary of him trying it, mostly afraid that he would fall out of bed trying to get up. Instead he woke up to me yelling at hin -HONEY, YOU'RE IN THE CLOSET! - Pam
 
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