There are different types of adult protective underwear for men and women. Types include an elastic pull-up, ones that use adhesive tabs or an elastic band with buttons, or a cloth pull-up. A chux pad can help absorb moisture.
Elastic pull-up
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Adhesive tab pull-up
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Cloth pull-up
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slide 3 of 5, Cloth pull-up,
Elastic band/button pull-up
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Chux pad
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ByHealthwise Staff Primary Medical ReviewerKathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Specialist Medical ReviewerGayle E. Stauffer, RN - Registered Nurse
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