Body Worn UrinalsIncontact Product Information Sheet 2 Body-worn urinals may be worth considering if penile sheaths are not suitable or if disposal of single-use sheaths would be a problem. They should be fitted by a specialist - a good fit is crucial for comfort and to avoid leakage. It is also important that you understand how to use the device. The specialist will check that you have sufficient use of your hands to use the urinal - or that you have a carer who can do it. Normally two urinals are needed, as daily changes are necessary. Each urinal should last approximately six months and most are available on prescription through your GP. Each urinal should be washed in warm soapy water, rinsed and dried thoroughly. Follow the manufacturers washing instructions, as each product is different. Wash the genitalia in the morning and evening. Do not to use talcum powder or cream as these can irritate the skin and affect the material that the urinal is made from. Some urinals are made of latex - a few people are allergic to this. If you do have any problems, see your doctor or nurse as soon as possible.
There are four main types of body worn urinals:
Drip urinals are the simplest - they are designed to contain a moderate amount of leakage. They come with a waist strap with a reservoir or drip bag, which fits over the penis. There is a tap to drain the reservoir - with some you can connect another drainage bag onto this so you don't have to empty it so often. Diaphragm urinals have a flexible diaphragm held in place by straps. The penis passes through the diaphragm into the urinal. Pubic pressure urinals are designed for use by men who find the sheath unsuitable. The urinal is held close to the body by waist and groin straps - this pressure allows the penis to protrude into the urinal. Penis and scrotum urinals are designed to contain the whole genitalia - these can also be used by men with a retracted penis
Products AvailableIncontact aims to provide up-to-date and accurate product information. No liability is accepted for any errors in the information presented. Incontact endorses neither the companies or the products listed here. Bard LimitedForest House Forest Business Park Brighton Road Crawley West Sussex RH11 9BP Tel: 01293 527 888 Product | Type | Size | Availability | Description |
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McGuire 050802 | Latex | 3 sizes | Mail order only | Adapter included for use with leg bag, scrotum support and stretch fabric |
Home Nursing Supplies LtdHeadquarters Road West Wilts Trading Estate Westbury Wiltshire BA13 4JR Tel: 01373 822313 Product | Type | Size | Availability | Description |
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Dripper Bag DB-A | Polythene | 1 size | Mai order only | Self adhesive. Recommended only for drips |
Jade Euro MedUnit 14 Oldchurch Road Hanningfield Chelmsford Essex CM3 5BG Tel: 01245 400413 Product | Type | Size | Availability | Description |
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Jockey appliance M200 | Latex | Adjustable | Prescription & mail order | Tapered cone, scrotum support and adapter | Male drip M100 | Latex | Adjustable | Prescription & mail order | Tapered cone, scrotum support, adjustable belt and adapter |
S G & P PaynePercy House Brook Street Hyde Cheshire SK14 2NS Tel: 0161 3678561 Fax: 0161 3678995 Email: sgppayne@aol.com Website: www.sgppayne.co.uk Product | Type | Size | Availability | Description |
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Mark 1 | Rubber | 4 sizes | Prescription | Available with 4 plastic bags or a rubber bag. | Mark 3 | Rubber | One size | Prescription | Designed for people with limited dexterity | Mark 4 | PVC | 2 sizes | Prescription | Designed for people who are allergic to rubber. | Mark 7 | Rubber | 3 sizes | Prescription | Flange support pants, ideally suited for large men. | Mark 12 | Rubber | 2 sizes | Prescription | A light grip creates a seal between flange and the body to help reduce back flow leakage. |
Incontact provides information and support for people with bladder and bowel problems. We publish booklets, information sheets and a quarterly magazine - all free of charge. For more information on the help we offer, and how to make a donation, call 0870 770 3246, e-mail info@incontact.org or write to us at SATRA Innovation Park, Rockingham Road, Kettering, Northants, NN16 9JH.
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