Direct Medical, Inc. - value, convenience, and confidentiality... always.

   
 
 
How to Cope with Incontinence
What You Need to Know About Incontinence to Live Life Fully

The 5 Major Types of Incontinence









Type Pattern Common Causes
Stress Intermittent, slight leakage of urine. Weakened pelvic or sphincter muscles associated with pregnancy, childbirth, surgery or radiation therapy.
Overflow A continual leakage of urine. The bladder fails to contract, because it cannot release the urine due to an obstruction of the urethra. Causes of this type of incontinence are the side effects of medication, constipation, or an enlarged prostate gland. Prostate gland enlargements occur more frequently in older men.
Urge A sudden, involuntary emptying of the bladder. The bladder contracts when it should not. This can be caused by urinary tract infection or by brain damage typical of stroke.
Functional Usually associated with strong emotional states, psychiatric problems, poor mobility or physical barriers in the environment that prevent a person from reaching the toilet in time. No physical disorder in the excretory system; however, psychiatric/emotional problems or the physical inability to toilet prevent normal continence.
Total A constant loss of urine. Neurological disorder causes a lack of sensation. Some causes are spinal cord injuries, birth defects, severe trauma and diseases of senility.

There are many causes and treatments for loss of urinary and bowel control. Please consult your health care provider for the options available to you.

Choosing the Right Product


Home
Top of this page
Main Briefs Page
Tena Extra-absorbent Pull-on Briefs
 		Page 2 of 6


<< Previous Page     Next Page >>
       
 
     

A note about insurance:
Direct Medical Inc. can bill Medicare, Medicaid, and/or private insurance for your medical supplies. Your cost may be reduced to almost nothing. If you believe you may be eligible, please call us to discuss these options. We will be pleased to assist you any way we can.


Please report any problems to our web administrator.

Direct Medical, Inc.
(800) 659-8037
5422 Kiam Street, Houston, Texas 77007
Phone: (713) 869-5585 - - Fax: (713) 869-5586
Send us an email

Copyright ©1999/2005 Direct Medical Inc. All Rights Reserved
Site Developed by Prescient Professional Services