fundamentals
Symptoms During a Fatal Illness
Incontinence
Many dying people lose the ability to control bowel and bladder function (incontinence), either because of the disease or general weakness. Disposable adult diapers and attentive hygiene measures usually address the problem. Incontinent people should be kept as dry as possible, usually with frequent bedding and diaper changes. A catheter (a small tube placed into the bladder) increases the risk of a Overview of Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) and should be used only when bedding changes cause pain or when dying people or their family members strongly prefer it. 