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I heard about p-mate for women to pee standing when needed. are there any drawbacks?and would a standing position empty completely a woman's bladder?

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

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P-mate: There should not be a problem using one of those at all. They are typically a soft funnel-like gadget that is handy when hiking or camping for example. There are several brands. Enjoy!

Answered 3/5/2015

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A member asked:

I heard about p-mate for women to pee standing when needed. are there any drawbacks?and would a standing position empty completely a woman's bladder?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Liesa Harte answered

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