I had been given surgery, which required me to be discharged from the hospital. The GP told me I needed 7 plaster pads and 2 pairs of pants, with instructions for a dressing change. However, these were not suitable due to an issue with fit.
I tried adjusting my position as well as trying out different types of pads, but it was clear that I still needed more than just these items. My wife suggested ordering the Men's pants online, which arrived promptly and made a significant difference in our daily lives.
The new pants were incredibly easy to change into, even with an edge stop for blood, and they padded well. Being disposable and reasonably priced, the need to wash them was eliminated as soon as I changed my dressing. The only downside was that the material below the waistband was fragile, but this wasn't a major concern.
I did notice that the pants had frilly legs - something I'm not sure anyone would be looking for - and they appeared quite fancy, which is not exactly what I had in mind when ordering. However, it's worth noting that only a few days are left before my surgery, so this may have been just an oversight on my part.
Overall, I am extremely satisfied with the solution to our problem. My wife has been able to alleviate my discomfort and reduce my reliance on her to change my dressing, which is a huge relief.
R. Quinn - 03/02/2026