Hi. My name is Greg. I have had to go back into nappies/pads 24/7 as the tablets I have for my heart condition are working extremely well, but have left me with an overactive bladder, and also having to open my bowels as soon as I get out of bed in the morning.
The nappies/pads are very helpful, soft and comfortable on the skin. More importantly, they give me reassurance. As I am disabled and retired early from work, I have care twice a day (morning and evening) and the care staff in Sheffield tell me I have done the right and brave thing. This means I can go away on holiday (with a carer) without fear. I also feel more confident and comfortable in myself- it is going to be lifelong. So what?
I have been lucky enough to get a regular supply from the NHS, and have to contact the Continence Service in Sheffield about 12 days before I run out.
Once I came to terms with the fact that I needed this 24/7. and that I wasn't a baby (I am 58), I got used to them, and accepted them. It is absolutely nothing to be ashamed of!!
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Hi. My name is Greg. I have had to go back into nappies/pads 24/7 as the tablets I have for my heart condition are working extremely well, but have left me with an overactive bladder, and also having to open my bowels as soon as I get out of bed in the morning.
The nappies/pads are very helpful, soft and comfortable on the skin. More importantly, they give me reassurance. As I am disabled and retired early from work, I have care twice a day (morning and evening) and the care staff in Sheffield tell me I have done the right and brave thing. This means I can go away on holiday (with a carer) without fear. I also feel more confident and comfortable in myself- it is going to be lifelong. So what?
I have been lucky enough to get a regular supply from the NHS, and have to contact the Continence Service in Sheffield about 12 days before I run out.
Once I came to terms with the fact that I needed this 24/7. and that I wasn't a baby (I am 58), I got used to them, and accepted them. It is absolutely nothing to be ashamed of!!
Hope this helps!