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Going to the toilet

(toileting)

Going to the toilet (toileting) is an important

part of personal hygiene, regardless of

whether you or the person you're looking

after is able to control their bladder and

bowels (continent) or not.

Incontinence can create feelings of shame or

embarrassment for both the carer and the

person being cared for. Sometimes people

may be in denial about their incontinence or

refuse to accept help. Reassure them it's not

their fault and approach the issue in a calm,

reassuring way.