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Catheter Type

Your Guide For Choosing A Urinary Catheter

There is a lot more that goes into choosing a urinary catheter than many realize. While size is the most considered feature, there are many more aspects and benefits that you should be aware of when choosing a catheter. Overall, intermittent catheters are for urinary retention, while indwelling catheters and external catheters are used for urinary incontinence.

Catheter Type

Dealing with Urinary Retention

As humans, we need to expel waste from our bodies to stay healthy. Our urinary system is designed to collect urine and then release it from the body. Unfortunately, there are instances when we cannot completely void our bladders. The reasons for this incomplete emptying vary and can range from childbirth to injury and trauma to the pelvis. Health Products for You has the facts you need when dealing with urinary retention.

Catheter Type

Alternative to Catheter: 5 Options for Bladder Management

Battling incontinence can be quite the endeavor and in many cases the need for catheters may seem like the only alternative. What if there was a way that you could avoid potential UTIs and use a catheter alternative? Believe it or not this is possible!! Yes, men and women are different and there are catheter alternatives for both male and female incontinence. Allow me to help you!!

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Immune Health

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Moisturizers/Skin Conditioners

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Pressure Ulcers

Identifying the 4 Stages of Bed Sores

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Edema

10 Tips for Better Living with Lymphedema

Cancer patients can experience lymphedema. This can lead to questions about dealing with it. Can I live a long life with lymphedema? How does lymphedema affect daily life? We have your information. READ MORE

Living with Ostomy

7 Things You Should Never Say to an Ostomate

Gain valuable insights into respectful communication with ostomates. Explore seven things you should avoid saying, and discover practical tips for fostering empathy and understanding in your interactions.

Incontinence Guide

7 Things You Should Avoid Saying To An Incontinent Person

Improve your interactions with individuals experiencing incontinence by familiarizing yourself with the seven things you should avoid saying. Be a source of support and kindness in their journey.

Psoriasis Eczema

Psoriasis vs Eczema: Knowing the Difference

Psoriasis and eczema are two skin problems that can make your skin dry, scaly, and itchy. Even though they can look similar, they are caused by different reasons and need different treatments. READ MORE.

Bladder Control

Tips for Managing Neurogenic Bladder Symptoms

A damaged nervous system can lead to a neurogenic bladder. Can a neurogenic bladder be cured? How can I improve my neurogenic bladder? Here’s some information you need. READ MORE

Oxygen Concentrators

10 Tips to Properly Clean & Maintain Oxygen Concentrators

Oxygen concentrator maintenance is crucial to them working properly. How do I properly clean it? What do I need? We have important information you need. READ MORE

Wound Management

How to Disinfect a Wound

Cleaning and disinfecting a wound are important to avoid infection. How do I clean/disinfect the wound? What do I need? Here’s the information you need. READ MORE

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