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Incontinence is the inability to control either urine or fecal elimination. Essentially this means that to some degree you may lose urine or bowel movements at times that you do not choose to do so.

There are four basic types of Urinary incontinence:

Stress Incontinence: an involuntary loss of small amounts of urine when you cough, laugh, lift or exercise. It can be caused by multiple vaginal births, enlarged prostate, pelvic trauma or loss of pelvic muscle tone.

Urge Incontinence: inability to control urinating once you feel the need to void. Simply, you may feel the need to urinate but cannot wait to get to the bathroom. It can be caused by Alzheimer's, Parkinsonism, enlarged prostate, spinal cord injuries or urinary tract infections.

Reflex Incontinence: This is frequent loss of urine with no warning. This is due to spinal cord injuries, brain tumors or strokes.

Overflow Incontinence: Leakage of urine when the bladder is full. For example the person experiences dribbling, frequency, urgency and bladder distention. It is most commonly caused by diseases that cause a blockage of the natural passage way of urine.

Bowel incontinence is the inability to contain or "hold" a bowel movement. It can be caused by being constipated often and for long periods, or on the opposite end of the spectrum by severe or long-term diarrhea.

No, it is not. It does effect a large percentage of the senior population but the causes should be identified by your doctor. Incontinence is NOT a disease, it is a symptom, but it can be treated once the causes are determined. If you are experiencing any type of incontinence you should see your doctor, there is a good chance you can be helped with this problem.

Keep in mind that humans come in an infinite variety so there is no one right answer. However there are basic guidelines. Most people urinate four to eight times per twenty four-hour period. Getting up once a night is normal, if you are getting up more than twice per night you should see your doctor. Most people have a bowel movement anywhere between three times per day to three times per week.

Always be sure to drink enough liquid. People may think that if they feel as though they need to urinate often they should cut back on liquids. It is just the opposite. You need to keep enough fluid in your system to keep it running smoothly, at least 3-4 pints per day. Do not try to force yourself to go to the bathroom (due to convenience) but do go when you need to. Be sure to get enough fiber in your diet to keep your bowels in good working order.

Although some causes of incontinence are treated very effectively with surgery, it is not the only answer. Some types of incontinence respond well to simple exercise techniques. There are medications that can help some types of incontinence. There are other techniques like "bladder or bowel training" that help you learn new ways of controlling urination or bowel movements. The first step is to find out why you have the problem and then discuss the best treatment options with your doctor.

Yes there are! First Quality Products manufactures a full line of disposable adult incontinence products that can be used to help you maintain your dignity and quality of life.

Here is a basic chart with descriptions of the products:

Visit the product section of this web site for more specific information.

We think First Quality products are the best for several reasons. We have developed products with the newest and best technology available. Our production facility is "state of the art". As a manufacturer we are 100% committed to customer satisfaction. Our products are reasonably priced and we manufacture a full line of disposable products including Adult Briefs, Protective Underwear, Belted Undergarments, Bladder Control Pads, 2-Piece Pad and Pant series, Underpads, Wet Wipes and Dry Wipes, all with the same attention to quality.

First Quality Products is the only manufacturer in the industry with six sizes of adult briefs! Finding your correct size is as easy as 1-2-3.

You should look into our Pant Liners, they have a full-length adhesive strip and can be worn inside your own underwear. Or you can purchase Snap Pants or Mesh Pants from a Medical Supply Store. We make a variety of Pant Liners from very small ones for light stress incontinence or "dribbling", to large super absorbent overnight type products.

AGAIN IT IS AS EASY AS 1-2-3!

Please send us an E-mail (fqpsales@firstquality.com) or telephone us (1-800-CARE-551 extension 4500) with your location and we will help you locate the most convenient location.

All of our products are 100% Latex free.

Yes, we call this type of product "Protective Underwear" and we have two sizes. Check out the Products section under Retail Consumer Products, Prevail® Protective Underwear for more information.

Either E-mail fqpsales@firstquality.com or call 1-800 CARE-551 extension 4500 and someone will be happy to help you.