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by Diane K. Newman, RNC, MSN, CRNP, FAAN

Men and woman with urinary incontinence are often at risk for skin rashes and breakdown. Good skin care and preventing skin breakdown is very important. To prevent skin breakdown you should look at your skin every day, gently wash with a mild cleansing agent right after your incontinence, avoid harsh rubbing and friction during washing.

Use absorbent products that keep the urine away from the skin and use topical skin products that protect the skin from moisture (skin barrier products). If you are in bed a lot or sit in a chair most of the day, you need to protect your skin from moisture and keep your skin off any areas that are open or have a rash.

Last updated: December 2003  

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