Tip: Diapers, Poise Pads, Menstrual Pads. During my last flare, I was forced to use diapers (sometimes double-diapering) because I was not making it in time to the toilet. As I improved, I was able to graduate to using Poise pads. I slowly gained confidence and strength and went out for about 1 hour at a time. On those trips, I used the diapers and sat on hospital pads (green or blue plastic with white cotton lining) in case I leaked. I did have accidents; but, at least I had the back up. With each step of improvement, I decreased the size of my pad – diapers, poise pads, maxi menstrual pads, liners. I kept spare diapers, pads, clothes and wipes in my vehicle.
Tip: Change of Routine. To this day, in Remission, my UC has progressed to a point that mornings are spent in the bathroom, going at least 4 times before being able to leave the house. Therefore, I set my regimen accordingly, arising at 5:30am, eating breakfast as soon as I can, so I can get out of the house about 5 hours later. I find that eating dinner earlier in the evening helps make the next morning not so long in the bathroom.
Tip: Stomach Rumbling Signals. While in remission, I can tell if it's going to be a rough day, if my stomach begins to rumble. On those days, I will wear my Poise pads just in case.
If others have any other tips, please pass along!!
Thanks and good luck!
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