Male urinary devices are used for men who have urinary incontinence. Urinary incontinence is a loss of bladder control, and it is prevalent in older men. The severity ranges from mild to strong. Mild is when there is an occasional urine leak after coughing and sneezing, and strong is having an uncontrollable urge to urinate but not being able to hold it until you get to the bathroom. Urinary incontinence is not an ailment that only happens as you age, although, as mentioned earlier, mostly older men struggle with it. Male urinary incontinence happens for various reasons such as stress, underlying medical causes, or physical problems. It is merely a symptom of a more pressing health matter. If you feel like you cannot control your bladder, and it has become a frequent occurrence, speak to your health care provider. It may be an embarrassing problem to discuss but discussing it will put your mind at ease.

There are some male urinary devices used for incontinence that are extremely handy. These include an external catheter and condom. Male urinary devices consist of reusable and disposable products that are designed for day time use. It means that you don’t have to worry about sitting or walking around with them. Male urinary devices don’t cure or treat incontinence and other urinary related conditions but make your life easier. Some are specifically designed for nighttime use, where lying down doesn’t affect the drainage system.

There are certain complications to avoid when using male urinary devices. You must wash your penis and hands. Allow your penis to dry completely before using the male urinary device. Ensure you are using the right size of the male device; otherwise, there could be a risk of leakage. There is a chance of irritation, so if you have sensitive skin, use a non-adhesive male urinary device. Instead, use an inflatable ring that will keep the device in place. When using a condom, use the non-latex one to avoid any allergies and irritation from it. Keep an eye out for any open sores on the skin. To avoid the backflow of the urine, keep the bag lower than the bladder. If you experience any pain removing male urinary devices, hold a damp washcloth around your penis to loosen the adhesive and slowly remove the devices.