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Poise® Ask an Expert gives you the opportunity to submit a question to our panel of qualified continence nurses regarding your bladder weakness issues and worries.
You can also browse through other women's already answered questions.
These questions might be similar to 'My Mother of 87yrs is having a problem with poise pads. As soon as she places one into her underwear she starts to get very itchy. Do you think that she may have a reaction to something in the pad that she is allergic to?'
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Do you have a pad for those with allergy to paper?
Hello Wendy, Poise Products should be ok to use. The cover material is a synthetic non-woven which is not paper. The only paper used in the produc...
Category: Mothers
Answered about 1 year ago
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Do Poise pads contain perfume?
Hello Vicki, No Poise Pads do not contain any perfume.
Category: Natural changes
Answered about 1 year ago
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Will pelvic floor exercises help improve my bladder control?
Hello Tamara, Yes pelvic floor exercises work to strengthen the muscles which support your bladder. This is the recommended course of action from ...
Category: Mothers
Answered 11 months ago
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I am a 23 year old woman and am worried that when I get older I will experience Incontinence like my mum, is this true?
Incontinence is not hereditary, although there are lifestyle and environmental factors that can exacerbate the incidence of Incontinence occurring....
Category: Young women
Answered over 3 years ago
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I have some urine leakage does this mean that I have to put up with it for the rest of my life?
Your pelvic floor muscles support your bladder and your urethra opening, helping you stay in control of when you want to pee. During your pregnancy...
Category: Mothers
Answered over 3 years ago
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I'm after a nappy type for an elderly incontinenant lady. What is available and do u have a sample? I want this for my mother in law.
Hello Rose, Poise do not manufacture any garment/pant/underwear styled bladder leakage products. Visit the Depend website http://www.depend.co...
Category: Natural changes
Answered about 1 year ago
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My mother has alzheimers and bladder continence especially at night is an problem I am looking for pullups with increased absorbancy can you give me some advise in that area
Dear Brenda, Poise do not manufacture any garment/pant/underwear styled bladder leakage products. Visit the Depend website http://www.depend.c...
Category: Natural changes
Answered about 1 year ago
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Why is there no availability of male incontinence products in Poise's 'free sample' campaign?
Hello Mike, Thanks for your enquiry. When you choose male products on the Poise sample page, there is a link that will take you directly to the ...
Category: Natural changes
Answered 11 months ago
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I have I.B.S. what products would be good for me?
Hi Sue, the Poise range only consists of pad type products and may be able to suit your needs. The most absorbent Poise product is the Poise Ultima...
Category: Mothers
Answered over 2 years ago
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My 18 year old son is disabled and incontinent. I have been putting a super pad in a nappy for him. This has been saving us changing both nappy and pad. These pads have had sticky labels on them. I am having trouble with taking the tape off...can you help
Hello Faye, One suggestion one be to try Depend Underwear for your son. These are like Pull-Ups but are much more absorbent than pad products. ...
Category: Mothers
Answered 11 months ago
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Are there any pads more heavy duty than the Overnights? I am using 3-4 overnight pads in a night, and have to sleep on towels still. Is there a heavier pad available?
Hello Anu, Poise Overnights is the most absorbent product in the Poise range. If you need more protection, i suggest you consider Depend Underwear...
Category: Young women
Answered 7 months ago
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I am so embarrassed, apart from having some wetting accidents or leakage of urine, every time I wear an pad to soak the urine up it looks worse than a VPL!
If you are currently using a menstruation product it will probably leak as it is made for blood not urine, so using a bulky pad will not help. P...
Category: Young women
Answered over 3 years ago
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Do you have any products that have no scent attached as I have an allergic reaction to this.
Hello Cheryl, Thanks for your enquiry. All Poise Products are developed with no scents or fragrances that would cause irritation or an allergic r...
Category: Pregnancy
Answered about 1 year ago
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Hi, Im looking for black panty liners and wanted to know if poise makes them or you know where I could buy them in Australia
Hello - unfortunately Poise nor anything other brand come in coloured pads.
Category: Pregnancy
Answered about 1 year ago
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I've been using Tena Extra Plus and wonder if Poise have a similar pad or one that is just a little heavier but not hugely wide like Molimed?
Hello Jean, Thanks for your enquiry. Try Poise Extra Plus or Poise Overnight Pads. You can find Poise Extra Plus in all major supermarkets and ...
Category: Mothers
Answered 5 months ago
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how long can poise pads stay on for?
Dear Sarah, The frequency someone should change their pads for bladder weakness is a very individual decision. Some women prefer to change as so...
Category: Young women
Answered over 2 years ago
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Where can you buy poise pads in bulk-it is very hard to find a place that sells Poise and Depends in bulk
Hello Annette, Thanks for your enquiry. Poise Super Pads can be purchased in a bulk pack of 28 in Big W stores. Depend Super Plus Underwear for ...
Category: Mothers
Answered about 1 year ago
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Hi. I am a 37 year old and I have a bad bladder and I am always leaking, when i cough and sneeze. A lot comes out. I use big thick pads 10-15 a day i have done every thing i can. Please help?
Hello Tina, Thanks for your enquiry. Light bladder leakage or LBL is very common in women of all ages, so don't worry, you're not alone. In many ...
Category: Mothers
Answered about 1 year ago
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Bladder Leakage at 19. What's going on? Is this normal? Does it have anything to do with the fact that I am slightly bigger than most girls my age (taller, more solid)?
Dear Sarah, Light bladder leakage or LBL is very common in women of all ages. It is estimated that one in three women will experience some form of...
Category: Young women
Answered about 1 year ago
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I have recovered from a prolapse repair but am incontinent. I want to travel to a remote place but I want a product that I can wash and reuse as I can't leave a trail of pads behind where ever I go. Is there such a product?
Dear Janice, Unfortunately all light bladder leakage products are disposable. Perhaps use a more absorbent product so you are protected better and...
Category: Mothers
Answered about 1 year ago
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I have a prolapse bladder. Would pelvic floor exercises be good to rectify the problems or any special exercises are required/and/or operation is the solution?
Dear Josephine, In a mild case of bladder prolapse, yes pelvic floor exercises can strengthen your pelvic floor muscles. Because bladder prolapse ...
Category: Natural changes
Answered about 1 year ago
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What are wings used for?
Hello Bethany, Like on a period only product, Wings are used for greater stay in place protection. These wrap around the underwear to hold the pad...
Category: Mothers
Answered about 1 year ago
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Hi, I am am young girl (23) involed university sports. I currently use Poise products, but is there something in a more absorbent form. Some type of absorbent disposable yet discreet kniekers?
Hello Emma, Thanks for your enquiry. You can always try the next size up in Poise products. Poise Pads such as Regular and Super pads hold up to ...
Category: Young women
Answered about 1 year ago
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I was wondering if you were considering a smaller/lighter pad for those of us who have very minor leakage but still want a little protection?
Hello Sam, Thanks for your feedback. I've passed your request on to the marketing and product development team for Poise for further review.
Category: Natural changes
Answered about 1 year ago
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Are there coupons available? Using 2 lg. pkgs. week for my Mother-in-law. Could use some help with expenses for this.
Hello Montez, Unfortunately there are no discount coupons for Poise in the retail market. Woolworths and Coles tend to price promote on once or tw...
Category: Natural changes
Answered about 1 year ago
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I live in Balwyn Melbourne where can I buy your product?
Hello Liz, You should be able to find Poise Products within any major supermarket such as Woolworths, Coles, IGA and Pharmacies.
Category: Natural changes
Answered 12 months ago
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I have been leaking a little urine. I am trying for a baby and am worried it will only get worse. What can i do?
Hello Zoe, Light bladder leakage or LBL usually occurs due to weakening of the pelvic floor muscles (the ring of muscles which support the bladder...
Category: Young women
Answered 12 months ago
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If i run out if pads during my period and all i have are my poise left will they provide enough protection till i go get some more ?
Hello Krystal, The good thing is that Poise are three time more absorbent than period only periods so can be used for your period and light bladde...
Category: Young women
Answered 12 months ago
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I have used the Poise pads that look like they are designed to wear with thong panties. Are you still making these pads?
Hello Lizbeth, Poise do not specifically make a period for g-string underwear. However our Poise Liners range are just as thing and discreet as pe...
Category: Young women
Answered 12 months ago
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Im 13 and have lbl and I am really concerned about it. Please help?
Hello Ellie, There have been a few young girls that have asked this on the Poise website. Have a read of our response to questions regarding y...
Category: Young women
Answered 12 months ago
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For the most part it my bladder leakage is light but i have a few times lost full control. I haven't spoken with my doctor because previously my doctor has made me feel like a hypochondriac. I dont know where else to go or what else to do, to get the assi
Hello Sarah, Thanks for your email. We've heard a lot of similar things from many women. Our advice would be to seek the advice of a local nur...
Category: Young women
Answered 11 months ago
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Are Poise Pads covered on medicaid? I am trying to find out where to order Poise through my medicaid insurance?
Hello Darlene, If you're eligible to receive assistance from the Australian Government Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS), you can be reimburse...
Category: Natural changes
Answered 11 months ago
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I am getting ready to travel to England for 3 weeks. With limited luggage space I hate to pack a months worth of pads. Can they be purchased in the England/Scotland stores and which ones?
Hello Cindy, You can buy Poise style products in the UK, however they are featured within the Depend brand. Visit the Depend UK website http://www...
Category: Natural changes
Answered 11 months ago
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I'm 16 and i have an extreme case of LBL. I just cant stop leaking! It is horrible. I can't last an hour at school without needing to go to the bathroom. Is there anything I can do? Is this normal?
Hello Lily, What you're experiencing is a not uncommon among teenagers. Although LBL usually occurs with older women, there are many cases with te...
Category: Young women
Answered 8 months ago
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My mum is 74 and no control when using her comode chair at night. Her urine looks like it is jellified. Please help as its getting her so depressed.
Hello Vicky, Best bet would be to see a GP, doctor ot local nurse continence advisor. They will be able to best diagnose your mother's situation a...
Category: Natural changes
Answered 8 months ago
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Are there light liners in the Poise range that come in a g-string shape? If so, are they available in Australia? If not, are they available anywhere else in the world?
Hello Angela, Thanks for your enquiry. Unfortunately at this stage Poise Liners are not available in g-string format.
Category: Mothers
Answered 3 months ago
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How & Where can I buy Poise Ultimate 500ml products?
Dear Cathrene, The Poise Ultimate 8 pack is available from Coles, Independent grocery stores and also your local pharmacy. If you can not fin...
Category: Natural changes
Answered over 2 years ago
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Why have the Poise moist wipes been taken off the market? And will a replacement become available?
Hello Sharon, Poise Wipes have been discontinued due to Coles and Woolworths not wanting to stock the product anymore. There are no plans to launc...
Category: Young women
Answered 9 months ago
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I am female, and when I laugh and haven't been to the toilet, i can't keep it in and i often wet myself. This is embarrassing, how can i prevent this, and what product do you recommend ? I am very embarrassed.
There is no need to be embarrassed at all as this is a very common problem with up to 37% of women experiencing light bladder leakage or LBL. Fo...
Category: Young women
Answered about 1 year ago
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i am 12 but when im looking for something it says that i am a child and should be wearing nappies, when im not. can you please tell me what i could use to help me?
Hello Mia, Thanks for your enquiry. Light bladder leakage or LBL is a very common issue for women of all ages. In nearly all cases, the problem c...
Category: Young women
Answered about 1 year ago
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Ask a question I live in the ACT. Where can I buy Poise products?
Hello Princesse, You can purchase Poise products within all major supermarkets and select Pharmacies. Use the product selector tool on the Poise...
Category: Natural changes
Answered about 1 year ago
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Sometimes, when i sit down i get a pins and needles feeling and have light bladder leakage after going to the toilet and exercising. Should i be very concerned? I'm 28 years old and have 2 children. Noticed at the gym when doing weights and running i hav
Hello Jade, The pins and needles feeling you are experiencing could be the cause of a wide range of factors including but not limited to, nerve pr...
Category: Mothers
Answered about 1 year ago
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Where can i buy Ultrathins Super 12 pack from? I can no longer find it within my Coles, Iga and Chemist?
Hello Noelene, You can find Poise Ultrathins Super 12 pack within Woolworths or select Coles, Independents and Pharmact stores. If you still ha...
Category: Natural changes
Answered 7 months ago
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Where are the Poise Light Liners made in?
Hello Selina, Our Poise Light Liners are manufactured in China.
Category: Natural changes
Answered about 1 year ago