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Adult incontinence, which can include involuntarily leaking urine or fecal matter, is experienced by at least half of older adults. This condition is especially common in women and is often caused by life events like pregnancy, childbirth and menopause. Wearing adult diapers or briefs can help those who struggle with the condition navigate everyday life more easily. What Should I Look for in an Adult Diaper? When selecting adult diapers, there are factors to consider.. a. Tab Closure vs. Pull-Up Design If the patient is mobile and self-sufficient, pull-up underwear is usually the best option because it is easier to change. If a caregiver is required to change their diapers, an adult diaper with tabs is usually much easier to manage when it comes to changing time. b. Size and Fit Choosing adult diapers that are the proper size and fit is critical. Otherwise, it will leak. Tabbed diapers are a little easier to put on since you may loosen or tighten them to fit a specific person. Howe...

Demand for adult diapers is soaring, reaching a value of $15.4 billion in 2020 1   and outpacing sales for infant diapers. 2   With an expected compound annual growth rate of 7.8% from 2021 to 2026, the global adult diaper market is projected to reach a value of $24.2 billion by 2026, driven by increasing rates of urinary incontinence among older populations. Elderly adults are looking for products that have improved fluid absorption and retention capacities, while sales are expected to be bolstered by technological advancements including thinner, more comfortable products that are easier on the skin with better odor control. 3 An adult diaper market global report released in 2021 named North America as enjoying “the leading position in the global adult diaper market,” courtesy of its growing geriatric population and successful “awareness campaigns” run by diaper manufacturers, which have helped to remove some of the stigma associated with urinary incontinence. 4 The most pert...

Looking for a male or female recommended Urogynecologist in Malaysia? A  urogynecologist  is a gynecologist with special or sub-specialty training in urology, gynecology and obstetrics who focuses on the evaluation and treatment of conditions concerning the female pelvic organs and their supporting muscles and tissues, as well as pelvic reconstructive surgery.  Urogynecologists  see women and focus on symptoms related to  urinary incontinence , prolapse, and pelvic floor disorders. To select a urogynecologist, many of us rely on a single recommendation or even a random search through the search engine.  However, choosing the right urogynecologist may not be as simple as one might think. There are many factors you need to consider such as location, your budget, how good and safe is the urogynecologist, your best interest in mind etc. We have compiled a list of urogynecologists in Malaysia. Please proceed to short-list and incorporate your own research...

There are a number of healthcare professionals in Malaysia that specialise in the area of continence which can make it confusing to work out who you should see to treat your problem. This post outlines the different types of healthcare professionals and their role / area of expertise. It also provides some tips on how to approach your first appointment with a healthcare professional. General practitioner General practitioners (GP) can assess, diagnose and treat incontinence. GPs have varying levels of knowledge on incontinence. They may therefore choose to refer you to a continence health professional rather than diagnose and treat your condition themselves, which is an equally effective and in some cases better, option. If you are seen by a continence health professional it is important to involve your GP in your care. This is as they possess good knowledge of your health history, including any medical conditions, surgery or medications you may have or be on, which may pre-dis...

This article reviews the uses of PRP (platelet rich plasma) in various gynaecological problems and the scientific evidence behind it to help you make an informed decision. What is PRP? Platelets are a naturally occurring component of your own blood and play an important role in wound healing and tissue regeneration. Platelet Rich Plasma [PRP] therapy is the process of isolating platelets from the blood and concentrating these platelets to much higher concentration levels than normal, through the process of centrifugation. The result is Platelet Rich Plasma [PRP]. PRP is currently considered a new and promising treatment for some gynaecological disorders especially disorders that are not very effective with conventional treatments.  PRP in Gynaecology Practice Studies and Research Update Here, we have listed and compiled all significant scientific publications related to PRP in the field of gynaecology. The list was complied by running various searches on PubMed, Google Scholar, Cli...