Frank's Pants Blog

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Can I Get a PSA Test in the UK? What Changed in 2026, and What to Ask Your GP This Movember
Movember is the nudge. Here is whether you can get a PSA test in the UK after the 2026 screening decision, who should ask their GP, and how to prepare. Read more...
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Where to Buy Men's Leakproof Underwear in the UK
Straight from the brand, pharmacies, supermarkets, specialist suppliers or Amazon: where to buy men's leakproof underwear in the UK, and what to check before you do. Read more...
Frank's Pants Is Now Stocked at Cancer Research UK
Frank's Pants Is Now Stocked at Cancer Research UK
The Everyday is now available on the Cancer Research UK online shop. Here's what you can buy there, why we're proud of it, and where else to find Frank's Pants. Read more...
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Why Are My Boxers Wet After I Pee? 5 Fixes That Actually Work
Damp boxers a minute or two after the loo is almost always after dribble. Here is why it happens when you move, and five simple fixes that work. Read more...
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Dribble Guards vs Leakproof Pants: Which Is Better, and Which Costs Less?
Stick in dribble guards or washable leakproof pants for the last drop after the loo? We worked out a year of costs and compared comfort, discretion and the bin problem. Read more...
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Enlarged Prostate and Dribbling: What Actually Helps
Dribbling after you pee is one of the most common signs of an enlarged prostate. Here is why it happens, the simple habits that help, and what your GP can... Read more...
A man walking a countryside path through green hills while recovering from prostate treatment
Bladder Leaks After TURP, HoLEP and Prostate Radiotherapy
Why leaks can happen after TURP, HoLEP or prostate radiotherapy, what UK sources say about recovery, and what to wear while things settle. Read more...
View from a van cab of an open road, where a sudden urge to pee is hard to manage
Overactive Bladder in Men: Urgency, Frequency and What Helps
The sudden urge to pee, going often and getting up at night. What an overactive bladder is in men, what helps, and when to see a GP. Read more...
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Can You Get Leakproof Pants on the NHS?
How NHS continence services work, what they usually supply, VAT relief if you have a long term condition, and where washable leakproof pants fit in. Read more...
Man lifting a heavy barbell in a gym, where stress leaks are common
Stress Leaks in Men: Why You Leak When You Lift, Cough or Laugh
A few drops when you lift, cough or laugh has a name, and it is more common in men than anyone lets on. Why it happens, the fixes that work,... Read more...
A woman placing a pair of Frank's Pants leakproof underwear in her husband's drawer, looking after him without making a fuss
The Quiet Way: How to Buy Leakproof Underwear for Your Husband Without Making a Thing of It
You don't need a sit-down and you don't need his permission to look after him. Read the washing, pick the pair, put it where he'll find it, and keep it... Read more...
Man standing on a cold football terrace in winter, when cold diuresis makes bladder leaks worse
Why You Leak More When It's Cold
It is not your imagination. Cold makes you produce more urine, tells you less about it, and makes the last drop worse. The science, and what to do before the... Read more...
Man in his thirties walking away from the gym, illustrating that post-void dribble affects younger men
Dribbling After Peeing in Your 30s and 40s: Why It Starts Earlier Than Anyone Admits
Nearly one man in five in his thirties gets a dribble after the toilet. It is not a retirement problem. Here is why it starts early, and what to do. Read more...
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Absorbent Underwear for Men: What Those Millilitre Numbers Actually Mean
Every pair of absorbent underwear comes with a number on it. 15ml. 50ml. 90ml. Nobody tells you what any of it means. Here is the translation, plus a ten minute... Read more...
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Four Hours, No Toilet: Golf, Long Drives and the Great British Bladder Problem
Four hours, eighteen holes, two toilets, and one of them is in the clubhouse you left at the start. This is where men quietly stop going. Not dramatically, just by... Read more...
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No Toilet, No Break, No Chance: Bladder Leaks in Jobs That Do Not Stop
Drink plenty of water and empty your bladder regularly is excellent advice, and completely useless three hours into a delivery route with no services until Grantham. For drivers, roofers, teachers... Read more...
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Bladder Leaks and Diet: What You Eat and Drink Matters More Than You Think
Most conversations about bladder leaks focus on the muscles and the mechanics: the pelvic floor, the sphincter, post surgery recovery. Less attention goes to what you're putting into your body... Read more...
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Pelvic Floor Exercises for Men: The Complete Guide Nobody Gave You
Pelvic floor exercises are not just for women. They're not specifically for men who've had prostate surgery. They are for any man who has a pelvic floor, which is all... Read more...
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Post Void Dribble: What It Is, Why It Happens, and What Actually Helps
You finish at the toilet. You wait. You shake. You put everything away. And then, two minutes later, there it is. That familiar damp patch. Read more...
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Why Men Don't Talk About Bladder Leaks (And What It Actually Costs Them)
One in four men over forty experiences bladder leaks at some point. That's not a fringe statistic. That's a substantial portion of the adult male population dealing with something that,... Read more...
A man reading a tablet in a reclining aeroplane seat beside the window on a long haul flight
Flying With Bladder Leaks: A Practical Guide for the Long Haul
You've booked a long haul flight and you're already mentally negotiating seat selection. Aisle seat because you might need to get up. Middle seat means disturbing two people every time. Read more...
Three pairs of black Frank's Pants leakproof boxer briefs arranged on a white background
How to Buy Leakproof Underwear for Men Without It Feeling Like a Big Deal
The decision to buy leakproof underwear is rarely impulsive. It tends to come after a while of quietly managing the issue, a particular moment that made continuing to ignore it... Read more...
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Bladder Leaks and Running: How to Keep Going Without Stopping
You're three miles in. Good rhythm, nothing wrong. And then, with the impact and the jarring and the repetitive vibration, you notice. Read more...
A man running on a treadmill in a bright gym wearing dark athletic kit
Managing Bladder Leaks at the Gym: Best Underwear for Active Men
Stress incontinence during exercise is more common than most men admit, and the mainstream fitness world barely acknowledges it exists. Whether it's heavy squats, box jumps, or a five kilometre... Read more...
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Why Your Underwear Drawer Deserves an Upgrade
You invest in suits, trainers, and performance sportswear. You think carefully about how you present yourself from the collar down. So why does the foundation of your entire wardrobe get... Read more...
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Pub Toilets, Long Commutes, and the Art of Strategic Hydration
Every man who has navigated a bank holiday weekend in a country pub knows the tactical calculation involved in ordering a second pint. The distance from the beer garden to... Read more...
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Can Caffeine and Alcohol Make Bladder Leaks Worse?
The medical advice is to cut out coffee and alcohol entirely. The reality is that this is the UK, and that is not going to happen. The good news is... Read more...
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The Story of Grandad John: Why We Built Smarter Underwear
Frank's Pants didn't start in a boardroom or a strategy session. It started with a family problem, a gap in the market, and the kind of stubborn determination that comes... Read more...
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The Best Washable Incontinence Pants for Men in the UK (2026)
Six washable incontinence pants for men in the UK compared on price, absorbency and fit, with quick picks for drips, light leaks, long days and heavier leaks. Read more...
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The 'Just a Few Drops' Delusion: Why Men Lie About Leaks
We need to have a word. You know the post-urinal shake. The one that promises everything and delivers a damp patch on your chinos. Men have been quietly pretending this... Read more...
A man getting changed beside an open locker in a gym changing room with a kit bag on the bench
Locker Room Ready: The Importance of Discreet Design
The locker room is one of the most cited reasons men avoid protective underwear entirely. The fear of crinkling, visible bulk, or obvious medical branding is real and completely understandable.... Read more...
A red cross beside a white disposable incontinence pad and a green tick beside Frank's Pants reusable underwear
Disposables vs. Reusable Leakproof Underwear: Which Is Better?
When you add up the true cost of disposable incontinence products over a year, the number is quietly shocking. That's before you factor in comfort, environmental impact, and how they... Read more...
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Why do bladder leaks occur after prostate cancer treatment?
For many men, the physical surgery or radiotherapy is only the first step in the journey. The real challenge often begins during recovery, when unexpected bladder leaks can impact everything... Read more...
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Guide to effective pelvic floor exercises for post-prostatectomy incontinence
Waking up after prostate cancer surgery marks the beginning of a new chapter - one focused on healing. However, many men are surprised to find that recovery includes the unexpected... Read more...
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The Importance of Exercise for Men: The Hidden Benefits No One Talks About
Most fitness advice for men starts and ends with 'get ripped' or 'lose weight.' But the real transformation happens where the mirror can't see. Beyond the aesthetics, regular movement is... Read more...
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The invisible problem that messes with confidence
That last unwanted drip after you leave the loo is more common than most men admit. Known as after dribble, it affects men of all ages and can quietly chip... Read more...
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What to know before buying leak proof underwear for men
Male leaks come in different forms, from post toilet drips to movement related leaks and everyday light bladder leakage. While heavier incontinence can require medical level products, many men deal... Read more...
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How to stop bladder leaks in men
The short answer: Most men cut down bladder leaks by training the pelvic floor every day, easing off caffeine and alcohol, and taking their time at the toilet. Wear discreet... Read more...
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Post Void Dribble Explained: What Causes the 5p Pee Stain and How Men Can Manage It
The short answer: Post void dribble is the small leak that turns up a few seconds after you have finished at the toilet, when urine left in the urethra escapes... Read more...
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7 Common Causes of Male Incontinence: Why It Happens
Incontinence is often a symptom, not a standalone condition. Whether it’s an enlarged prostate, medication side effects, or simply aging, understanding why leakage happens is the first step toward regaining... Read more...
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Supporting Men with Bladder Leaks: A Guide for Partners & Friends | Frank's Pants
Support is everything. Discover how partners, friends, and workplaces can break the silence around male incontinence and help men navigate bladder leaks with dignity. Read more...
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Lifting Heavy & Leaking? Why It Happens & How to Fix It | Frank's Pants
The short answer: Leaking during heavy lifts happens because bracing drives pressure down onto your bladder, and if that pressure beats your urinary sphincter a little urine escapes. Pelvic floor... Read more...