URINE COLLECTION DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE

Abstract: This invention is an apparatus (20) into which a diaper or moisture absorbent pad (22) may be inserted that is used to absorb urine leakage of an incontinent male/female, methods of manufacture, and use thereof.

Description: Title: URINE COLLECTION DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION This is a continuation-in-part of a commonly owned, copending patent application titled "Sleeve For Male Diaper And Method Of Use", Serial No. 08/832,388, that was filed in the United States Patent and Trademark Office on April 2 , 1997. The Specification and drawings of the identified earlier patent application are incorporated herein by this reference. COPYRIGHT NOTICE © Copyright 1997 James R. Vance. All rights reserved. A portion of the disclosure of this patent document contains material that is subject to copyright protection. The copyright owner has no objection to the facsimile reproduction by anyone of the patent document or the patent disclosure, as it appears in the Patent and Trademark Office patent file or records, but otherwise reserves all copyrights whatsoever. TECHNICAL FIELD This invention relates to urine collection devices and methods of use thereof. More particularly, this invention relates to adapters, bags, pouches, sleeves and/or shields into which a commercially available diaper, portion of a diaper, a specially constructed diaper, a hygienic pad, or a moisture absorbent material may be inserted and used to absorb urine from a male or female. BACKGROUND ART Urinary incontinence is a well known medical condition wherein a person involuntarily loses the ability to fully or partially control his or her bladder and/or the muscles surrounding the wearer's urethra resulting in urine loss. Persons suffering from urinary incontinence are often ashamed of and embarrassed by their loss of bladder control. Incontinence and, more particularly, the unpredictability of urine retention and loss often breed feelings of guilt, anxiety, fear, shame, embarrassment, low self-esteem, depression, loss of freedom, and feelings of imprisonment. Incontinence is a dramatic inconvenience. Much to their dismay, persons suffering from incontinence often discover that public toilets and urinals are either unavailable or positioned at far distant locations. If reached in time, such public facilities are often excessively filthy and/or unsafe to use. Many work places and public sports facilities still have inadequate number of toilets and urinals to meet public demands. For example, in rural areas where many migrant workers are employed toilet facilities are often simply not provided. This requires such workers, and particularly women workers, to hold their bladder and not urinate for extended periods of time. If forced to hold one's bladder and not urinate for long periods of time, even a healthy person can become adversely affected by resulting abdominal stress, urinary-tract infections, stretching of the bladder, headaches, and a host of other health problems. Unfortunately, to avoid embarrassment or giving offense to others, persons suffering with incontinence will often simply withdraw themselves altogether from social life and interaction with others, sequestering themselves within their homes and not leaving under any conditions. There are generally four different types of incontinence, namely, transient, stress, overflow, and urge incontinence. Transient incontinence is typically caused by use of certain medications, urinary-tract infections, delirium, restricted mobility, excessive urine production caused by drinking too much fluid, and stool impaction. Stress incontinence is typically caused by a sudden activity increasing the pressure in the abdomen and bladder, such as occurs when a person coughs, sneezes, laughs, lifts an object, or participates in a sports activity. Overflow incontinence often occurs without warning when changing position such as standing after sitting or lying down. Overflow incontinence also often occurs after a person has undergone prostate surgery, bladder suspension surgery, pelvic surgery, childbirth, and radiation treatments. Post operative urinary incontinence can last for a prolonged period of time. Urge incontinence refers to a sudden urge to urinate that is unexpected and very powerful. Urge incontinence is most common among persons over the age of sixty-five years. Surprisingly, approximately twice the number of women suffer from bladder control difficulties than do men. Furthermore, the severity of the condition is usually much greater for women than for men. Although not always relevant, it appears that age plays a significant factor in incontinence. For example, of all elderly persons institutionalized in nursing homes for long term care, it is estimated that over fifty percent (50%) have urinary incontinence problems. Incontinence and their family's inability to deal with that condition likely contributed to the admission of such persons into such institutions. The cost to deal with incontinence within only nursing homes is estimated at three billion three hundred million dollars ($3,300,000,000.00) annually. The cost to care for the incontinent elderly in all institutions is estimated at over eight billion dollars ($8,000,000,000.00) annually. It should also be remembered that only about fifteen percent (15%) of all incontinent elderly are institutionalized. The foregoing statistics indicate significant financial and social demands and a dramatic need for the apparatus and processes of the invention described hereinafter. In an effort to assist persons experiencing incontinence, a wide variety of urine absorbing apparatus have been invented. Such apparatus primarily include differently structured adult diapers, or devices which direct a catheter tube to a urine collection bag. For example, the following patents illustrate various diapers, absorbent material holding structures, and urine collection devices: Lawrence (U.S. Letters Patent No. 1,228,452; issued June 5, 1917); Ericson (U.S. Letters Patent No. 3,295,145; issued January 3, 1967); Lehman (U.S. Letters Patent No. 3,621,846; issued November 23, 1971); Bostick (U.S. Letters Patent No. 4,197,849; issued April 15, 1980); Sigl et al. (U.S. Letters Patent No. 4,437,860; issued March 20, 1984) ; Brendling (U.S. Letters Patent No. 4,453,938; issued June 12, 1984); Brendling (U.S. Letters Patent No. 4,500,314; issued February 19, 1985); Ternstro (U.S. Letters Patent No. 4,627,846; issued December 9, 1986); Goulter et al. (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,009,649; issued April 23, 1991); Byrant (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,074,853; issued December 24, 1991); Grizzaffi (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,275,592; issued January 4, 1994); Moretz et al. (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,291,617; issued March 8, 1994); Kubo (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,300,052; issued April 5, 1994); Klinger (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,383,867; issued January 24, 1995); Chen (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,399,176; issued March 21, 1995); Runeman et al . (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,401,266; issued March 28, 1995); Chung (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,429,622; issued July 4, 1995) ; Bruemmer et al. (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,462,541; issued October 31, 1995); Runeman et al. (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,486,168; issued January 23, 1996); Schreiber (German Letters Patent No. 69,946; issued September 17, 1892); Lanstingens (Sverige Patent No. 7908400-0) ; Bjork (Sverige Patent No. 325102); Hester an et al. (U.S. Letters Patent No. 3,721,243; issued March 20, 1973); Laufbahn (U.S. Letters Patent No. 4,073,295; issued February 14, 1978); Grossner (U.S. Letters Patent No. 4,122,851; issued October 31, 1978); Johnson, Jr. et al. (U.S. Letters Patent No. 4,511,358; issued April 16, 1985) ; Ko is (U.S. Letters Patent No. 4,713,066; issued December 15, 1987) ; Manfredi (U.S. Letters Patent No. 4,846,816; issued July 11, 1989); Mason (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,032,118; issued July 16, 1991); Conway et al. (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,176,666; issued January 5, 1993); Kalinoski (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,193,553; issued March 16, 1993) ; and Selzer (U.S. Letters Patent No. 5,375,265; issued December 27, 1994). Use of the devices identified above often presents several significant problems. For example, most of such devices are very expensive to design, engineer, manufacture, mass produce, and mass distribute. Largely due to a widely recognized negative stigma associated with incontinence, many persons suffering therefrom are unwilling to publicly acknowledge their condition. Furthermore, many of the devices referred to above are ineffective, cumbersome, expensive, uncomfortable, smelly, and are difficult and messy to use. Consequently, the number of persons within a specific geographical vicinity that are willing to purchase such ineffective devices often does not justify a retailer's time, expense, and shelf space to track down, purchase, stock and reorder such devices. As a result, such devices usually must be specially ordered through medical supply companies. Many patients who need such devices the most are often the least able to afford them. This is particularly true in the case of senior citizens who have a restricted source of income. Consequently, small orders of such devices are usually placed. This results in the cost for such products being excessive and exorbitant. Furthermore, since such products must be specially ordered, they are usually not readily available in case of an emergency. For example, if an incontinent person is out in public when the product he or she is wearing beings to fail and no longer retains urine therein, that person usually cannot simply stop into a local supermarket to purchase a replacement device. Rather, the person must return to his or her home to hopefully obtain a replacement device. That assumes that such a replacement device is stored or stockpiled at the person's home. Another significant problem with such devices is that the absorbent material is urged against the lower torso, buttock, and genitalia of the incontinent person. Consequently, when urine is absorbed therein, the lower torso, buttock, and genitalia of the person are exposed to prolonged periods of moisture and dampness which often cause chaffing, rashes, infections, and buildup of offensive odors. If the person frequently replaces the device in order to avoid the unpleasant feeling of moisture and dampness and the unpleasant odors emitting from the device, the person must purchase, stock and replenish a vast number of replacement devices. Due to the exorbitant price of such devices, frequent replacement of the devices can be extremely expensive, inconvenient and time consuming. If the device is not frequently replaced, the capacity of the device to hold urine may be exceeded. This results in leakage of urine through or around the device, usually through the pants or garments of the wearer, much to the dismay and embarrassment of the wearer. To overcome this problem, the incontinent person could choose to purchase, wear and clean an additional pair of plastic, rubber or latex pants that are placed over the diaper about his or her lower torso, buttock and genital area. In other words, once the urine absorbing device is placed upon the wearer, a pair of plastic or rubber pants could be pulled over the device, lower torso, buttock, and genital area of the wearer. Street clothes could then be worn over the plastic or rubber pants. Thus positioned, the plastic or rubber pants are intended to shield the street clothes of the wearer from leakage of urine from the confines of the device. The above-described structure was often used with infants and younger children when they wore older style cotton diapers, and the necessarily required surrounding rubber pants. The infant diaper industry quickly identified problems with using the above-mentioned plastic or rubber pants. For example, urine still often leaked out of the device and pants between the legs and/or the waist of the wearer. In response, elastic, contracting leg and waist openings were used. Such elastic, contracting leg and waist openings, however, would often cause chaffing of the skin of the wearer. Such structures were and are very uncomfortable to wear. Such structures do not permit breathing of the skin contained therein. Furthermore, the feelings of dampness, moisture, and sweating are exponentially increased when plastic or rubber pants are worn. The inventor believes that the above-listed disclosures, whether taken alone or in combination, neither anticipate nor render obvious the present invention. The foregoing explanation and citations do not constitute an admission that such disclosures are relevant or material to the appended patent Claims. Rather, such explanation and citations relate only to the general field of the current disclosure and invention. DISCLOSURE OF INVENTION The present invention can be used to manufacture a wide variety of differently structured apparatus for containing moisture absorbent material. The moisture absorbent material is basically used to absorb urine of a urine incontinent person, whether such person is either male or female. The person or wearer may be an infant, child, adolescent, adult, senior citizen, recovering surgery patient, mother who has recently given birth, patient undergoing radiation therapy. or any other person who can benefit from using this invention. The inventor firmly believes that this invention could similarly be used by pilots of large and small military and non-military aircraft that otherwise would be unable to urinate for long periods of time. Similarly, this invention could be used by astronauts, and the officers and crews of submarines, ships, tanks, and other military and non-military equipment that would otherwise be unable to urinate for long periods of time. Police officers and fire fighting personnel could also use this invention. Furthermore, this invention could be used by military personnel on maneuvers and covert operations wherein such persons would not have the time or the facilities to otherwise urinate and/or cannot leave any trace of their presence. This is believed to be particularly true for women personnel on military maneuvers. This invention may be used to eliminate the need to use a catheter and urine bag commonly used immediately following an operation. This invention may also be used by persons who are participating in post-operative therapy to retrain their bladder control and increase their bladder capacity. The present invention is easily constructed, and is inexpensive and very economical to manufacture. The present invention is simple to use, and is compact, efficient, reliable, reusable, durable, rugged and washable. The present invention is extremely simple to assemble, requires only a minimal amount of manipulation, physical dexterity and effort to apply and remove, and is relatively comfortable to wear. The present invention permits the wearer to quickly and easily replace a whole or a portion of the moisture absorbent material, diaper or pad within the apparatus. This feature also enables the wearer to reverse the position of the diaper end for end and reuse it. This permits the wearer to obtain twice, three-times, four-times or more usage out of a single diaper, than otherwise possible. Thus, a single diaper could be used for two or more different urine leakage episodes. The cost savings to the wearer of not having to purchase so many replacement diapers or moisture absorbent pads is of great economic benefit. The apparatus may be easily adjusted or modified to be worn by a wide variety of differently sized persons, thereby accommodating the needs of a large potential market and consumer base. Adjustment and/or modification of the invention can be accomplished with a minimum amount of delay or difficulty. Depending upon which embodiment of the invention is used, the size of the waist band and the size of the orifice through which the urine is directed may both be adjusted. Furthermore, the invention can be easily modified to be used by either males or females. Males having a short penis could use the female version of this invention. The apparatus of the present invention may assume a general overall appearance of a conventional jock strap, pair of shorts, briefs, panties, or hose. This eliminates the negative stigma associated with an adult person being required to wear what others would consider a bulky, unattractive diaper. It is the intention of the inventor that persons using the present invention will experience a significant increase in their level of confidence. As a result, it is believed that such persons will lead more productive lives during the invention's use. For example, the present invention not only increases the speed and simplifies the procedure to absorb urine flow, it also provides means for protecting oneself against the embarrassment of urinal leakage so that the user can concentrate upon other activities without having to constantly worry about the condition and leak-worthiness of the apparatus. To achieve these general and specific objectives, the urine collection device of the present invention generally comprises an apparatus having a combination of a specially structured housing and means for juxtaposing the housing against or adjacent to a wearer. Of course, a moisture absorbent material will be used with this invention. However, the moisture absorbent material will most likely not be sold as an integral part of the invention. Rather, the purchaser will be able to purchase any number of several different commercially available diaper products or female hygienic pads and use them with this invention. Consequently, the first group of appended patent Claims does not require the inclusion of the moisture absorbent material as a required element of the patent Claims. The second group of appended patent Claims does require the inclusion of a moisture absorbent material as a required element of the patent Claims. Each of the above-mentioned elements will now be discussed in further detail. To minimize cost and increase availability, the inventor prefers to use a commercially and readily available diaper, a specially constructed diaper, a feminine absorbent pad, or any other desired moisture or urine absorbent device within the present invention. Size constraints and/or a diminished need for the apparatus may suggest that the commercially available diaper be reduced or cut down in size and/or shape. Alternatively, a women's hygienic pad could be used as the moisture absorbent material. The housing of the present invention has a front panel and a rear panel . The front panel is attached to or formed integrally with the rear panel to form a generally flexible, urine impermeable pouch, sleeve, adapter, bag, shield, or the like. Thus structured, the housing generally forms an enclosure between the front panel and the rear panel. It should be noted that use of alternative terms throughout this disclosure, such as but not limited to use of the words "pouch, sleeve, adapter, bag, shield, or the like" should be considered as synonyms of one another and not exclusive of one another. In other words, if the term "sleeve" is used within the appended patent Claims, such term also encompasses all other alternative terms mentioned within this Specification and those covered under the Doctrine Of Equivalents, including but not limited to pouches, adapters, bags, shields, and the like. A similar consideration should be applied to all uses of alternative terms throughout this disclosure. The housing has at least one opening which permits selective access into the enclosure. The enclosure is defined and positioned between the front panel and the rear panel of the housing. The moisture absorbent material may be removably placed, held and retained within the enclosure, between the front panel and the rear panel of the housing. More particularly, the moisture absorbent material is selectively inserted into and/or removed from the enclosure by it being pushed into and/or pulled from the enclosure through the opening in the housing. The housing also has means for selectively closing and/or opening the opening into the enclosure. For example, the front panel and/or the rear panel may be provided with a simple flap that can be folded over to either close or open the opening into the enclosure. Alternatively, the opening may be selectively closed or opened using one or more snaps, clips, zippers, ties, hook and loop fastener systems such as that sold under the trademark VELCRO, or any other closure mechanism that accomplishes the purposes taught herein. If the housing is manufactured from a film, sheet or roll-molded plastic or rubber material, the front panel and rear panel can be fused together about at least a portion of the periphery of the enclosure by means of adhesive, a heat sealing process, or ultrasonic welding. Similarly, the upper regions, surfaces, or edges of the front panel and rear panel may be provided with means for closure similar to that commonly found on zip-lock- ype of plastic bags. Preferably, the closing and opening means is positioned at or near the top or uppermost portion of the apparatus so that urine does not leak therefrom and offensive odors are eliminated or retained within the enclosure. By selectively opening the opening into the enclosure, a moisture absorbent material may be removably inserted into, held and retained within the enclosure of the housing. When necessary, the moisture absorbent material can be removed from the enclosure through the opening. Since the moisture absorbent material is removable and replaceable, the apparatus of the present invention can be easily cleaned and sanitized. Within alternative embodiments of the present invention, the housing may be provided with at least a first opening and a second opening into the enclosure. The first opening and the second opening each permits selective access into the housing enclosure. As illustrated hereafter, the first opening and the second opening are preferably positioned at opposed ends of the housing and the enclosure. Thus structured, the housing permits the moisture absorbent material to be selectively inserted and removed through either the first opening or the second opening. Furthermore, where two different openings are used, the moisture absorbent material can be first pushed into the enclosure through the first opening and then be pulled further into the enclosure by reaching through the second opening. When soiled, the moisture absorbent material can be removed from either the first opening and/or the second opening. When a first opening and a second opening into the enclosure are used, the housing may also be provided with means for selectively closing and/or opening the first opening and the second opening. To increase the comfort when wearing the present invention, the front panel and the rear panel may have a narrower width positioned near to a mid-portion thereof, as compared to the width of the front panel and the rear panel near the first opening and/or the second opening. In other words, the housing may have a generally hourglass-shaped or concave-concavo structure that permits more comfortable placement between the legs or near the crotch of the wearer when worn. To accomplish the purposes of the present invention, the housing is provided with an orifice, hole, aperture, or the like, through which the urine of the wearer may be directed to enter the enclosure. The inventor prefers that the orifice be positioned within the rear panel of the housing. Thus positioned, urine from the wearer can be readily directed toward the orifice and absorbed by the moisture absorbent material contained within the enclosure. The orifice and related structures will be discussed in greater detail further below. The housing may be provided with one or more button holes, snaps, clips, zippers, ties, hook and loop fastener systems, or the like, that are preferably placed at least partially about or near the periphery of the housing. The button holes, snaps, clips, zippers, ties, hook and loop fastener systems, or the like, can then be used to secure the housing to a conventional or specially designed jock strap, pair of shorts, briefs, panties, hose, clothing, or other piece of apparel during use. In other words, the juxtaposing means may assume the general overall appearance of a conventional jock strap, pair of shorts, briefs, panties, hose, clothing, or other piece of apparel or clothing to properly position the housing against or adjacent to the wearer. The juxtaposing means is intended to properly orient the external urinary meatus of the wearer, i.e., the penis on a male or the external opening to the urethra on a female, against or adjacent to the orifice of the housing. Within one embodiment of this invention, the juxtaposing means generally comprises at least one waist band that is secured to the housing. The waist band should be capable of being secured about the waist of the wearer. For example, the waist band may generally comprise at least one cord, belt, band, strap, or the like, that is capable of being secured, snapped, clipped, fastened, or tied about the waist of the wearer. The waist band may comprise means for at least partially adjusting a girth thereof. For example, the waist band may be at least partially manufactured of a generally elastic material. Alternatively, the waist band may be constructed of a strap or belt material that has at least one end that is capable of being secured by a tie, button, snap, clip, zipper, buckle, cleat, clamp, fastener, cord, hook and loop fastener system, or other device that permits the girth position to be adjusted. Alternatively, or in addition to the structures mentioned above, the juxtaposing means may also comprise at least one strip of adhesive material that is secured to the front panel of the housing. The adhesive material is generally capable of being urged against and removably secured to an interior surface of the above-mentioned jock strap, pair of shorts, briefs, panties, hose, clothing, or other piece of apparel to further position the housing against or adjacent to the wearer. The strip may have a single side or double side of adhesive material thereon. Rather than using adhesive material as just described, the apparatus could be provided with a hook and loop fastening system, such as that sold under the trademark VELCRO, to accomplish the same purpose. Alternatively, the juxtaposing means may simply comprise at least one generally elastic band or strap that is capable of being secured about the housing and, if used upon a male, about the wearer's penis. Thus positioned, the elastic band or strap secures the housing to the penis. A conventional jock strap, pair of shorts and/or briefs may then be worn to contain the housing, moisture absorbent material, and penis therein. With the housing constructed as described above, a moisture absorbent material is positioned within the housing enclosure and the housing is properly positioned adjacent to the wearer. The next task is to direct the urine from the wearer through the orifice in the housing toward the moisture absorbent material. For males, urine passes from the bladder through the male urethra, located within the penis, to the external urinary meatus, whereupon the urine is expelled from the body. In essence, loss of control of the bladder results in urine leakage from the terminal end of the penis. When this invention is used by a male, the juxtaposing means is best used by properly orienting the external urinary meatus of the wearer, namely the male's penis, so that the penis is at least partially inserted through the orifice within the housing into the enclosure in such a manner that urine leaking therefrom is directed toward the moisture absorbent material. Consequently, at least a portion of the penis of the wearer will be retained at least temporarily within the enclosure of the housing. To provide additional room within the enclosure for the wearer's penis, the inventor prefers to use moisture absorbent material having a larger width and length than the corresponding interior dimensions of the enclosure. When inserted into the enclosure of the housing, the moisture absorbent material is partially folded in a width-wise and/or length-wise manner. This causes the moisture absorbent material to assume a generally curved, arcuate, bowed, or cupped shape within the enclosure. Consequently, a male wearer may place his penis through the orifice and into the concave area or portion provided by the curvature of the moisture absorbent material . This structure is intended to increase the comfort level of a male wearer of the present invention. For females, urine passes from the bladder through the urethra to be expelled from the body. In essence, loss of control of the bladder and/or muscles surrounding the urethra results in urine leakage from the terminal end of the urethra. To accomplish the purposes of this invention for a female wearer, some form of funnel or directing means must be used to collect the urine being expelled or leaked from the terminal end of the woman's urethra and direct the urine through the orifice positioned within the housing toward the moisture absorbent material. For example, the orifice may be positioned within a diaphragm or orifice panel that, in turn, is secured to or formed integrally within the housing. Within several alternative embodiments of this invention, the diaphragm or orifice panel defines a generally elastic, flexible, urine impermeable membrane. In essence, the diaphragm or orifice panel contains the orifice therein. For example, the urine impermeable membrane may have a particular size of orifice therein. Alternatively, the urine impermeable membrane may be cut or punctured to provide adjustment in the size of the orifice. Similarly, the urine impermeable membrane may have at least one slit placed adjacent to the orifice to accomodate adjustment in the size of the orifice opening. If the invention is used by a male wearer, the urine impermeable membrane preferably serves as a size adjustable or expandable cuff, wiper washer, or the like, that can be modified or adjusted to accommodate the girth about the penis of a male wearer. The urine impermeable membrane may also have a generally truncated conical taper. Within one embodiment of the invention the terminal end of the truncated conical taper of the urine impermeable membrane has a smaller diameter as compared to the diameter of the orifice opening. In other words, the truncated conical taper extends inwardly into the enclosure and away from the orifice opening in a cuff-like or sleeve-like fashion. Use of this embodiment is particularly helpful in enabling males to use the invention. In essence, a male wearer inserts his penis through the conically-tapered urine impermeable membrane to direct urine directly into the enclosure. The urine impermeable membrane serves to retain the wearer's penis in a proper position during use of the invention and prevent urine or odor from escaping from the enclosure. Within an alternative embodiment of the invention, the truncated conical taper has a terminal end with a larger diameter than the diameter of the orifice opening. The terminal end of the truncated conical taper extends outwardly from the housing and away from the orifice opening. Within this embodiment, the urine impermeable membrane funnels and directs the urine of the wearer through the orifice to be absorbed by the moisture absorbent material. This embodiment is particularly beneficial to permit females to use the invention. In essence, the generally funnel-shaped, conically-tapered, urine impermeable membrane is urged against the pelvic, pudenda, pudendum, pubes, genitalia, urinary genitalia, or external urinary meatus area of a female wearer, where the urethra expels urine from the body, to capture and direct the urine toward and through the orifice located in the housing and into the enclosure to be absorbed by the moisture absorbent material . The generally funnel-shaped, conically-tapered, urine impermeable membrane may comprise any desired size, shape, length, depth, width, and thickness to accomplish the purposes of this invention. The inventor prefers that the generally funnel-shaped, conically-tapered, urine impermeable membrane be manufactured from a soft, closed-cell foam plastic or rubber material. The structure and function of this element will be discussed in greater detail further below. Within a further embodiment of the present invention, the diaphragm or orifice panel comprises a generally elastic, flexible, removable, urine impermeable grommet, thimble, socket, wiper ring, flaring cup, shoulder washer, funnel, or race that can be removably secured to the housing about a periphery of the orifice. The grommet may have a single groove or a plurality of external groves therein. The grommet may be reusable. During use, the grommet is temporarily crushed or folded upon itself to reduce its diameter. The grommet is then inserted into the interior cavity of the orifice and is permitted to expand back to its original size. Upon expansion of the grommet, the inner edge of the housing that defines the orifice is directed toward and is retained within an exterior channel or groove positioned about the outer edge of the grommet. The grommet has an interior lip or flange positioned within the enclosure with a diameter that is wider than the diameter of the orifice of the housing. Similarly, the grommet has an exterior lip or flange positioned outside the enclosure with a diameter that is wider than the diameter of the orifice of the housing. Thus positioned, the grommet is held in place and is prevented from leaving its engagement with the housing until the grommet is again crushed or folded upon itself and removed therefrom. In essence, use of the grommet and associated support ring assure that the grommet will not inadvertently become disconnected from the housing. Alternatively, the grommet need not be crushed or folded upon itself in order to be secured to or removed from the housing. Rather, the rear panel may be manufactured from an expandable or stretchable material that enables the rear panel to be pulled onto the grommet for attachment. When the invention is used by a female, the grommet may comprise a generally funnel-shaped portion that can be urged toward the external urinary meatus of the female wearer. To increase comfort when worn, the funnel portion of the grommet is preferably manufactured from a generally flexible, soft, malleable, closed-cell foam rubber or plastic material. To accomodate the placement of such a flexible and malleable grommet, the diaphragm or orifice panel may further comprise a rigid or semi-rigid support member, eyelet, washer, support ring, o-ring, or the like, that is secured to or formed integrally with the housing. In essence, the support member is positioned about the orifice to provide additional support for the grommet. In addition to the foregoing advantages and other advantages described further below, the present invention also overcomes all of the previously mentioned disadvantages. The preferred and several different alternative embodiments of the apparatus, and associated structures, of the present invention and the processes for manufacture and use thereof are further described in greater detail in the following description, Claims, and drawings of this Specification. However, to avoid any possible confusion as to the scope of the present invention, each of the following sections, claim language, and the drawings of this Specification in their entirety are incorporated herein by this reference. The foregoing and other objectives and advantages of the present invention will become more readily apparent upon reading the following disclosure and referring to the attached drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is a plan view of a first embodiment of the present invention in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure. FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional, side-elevational view of the first embodiment of the present invention, as seen along a plane defined by line II-II in FIG 1. FIG. 3 is an enlarged, partial, cross-sectional, side- elevational view of a first embodiment of an orifice, as seen along a plane defined by line III-III in FIG 1. FIG. 4 is a partial, side-elevational, schematic view of the first embodiment of the present invention secured to a wearer. FIG. 5 is a plan view of a second embodiment of the present invention in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure. FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional, side-elevational view of the second embodiment of the present invention, as seen along a plane defined by line VI-VI in FIG 5. FIG. 7 is an enlarged, partial, plan view of a second embodiment of the orifice, as seen in FIG 5. FIG. 8 is an enlarged, partial, plan view of the second embodiment of the orifice as seen in FIG. 7, with a slightly larger opening therein. FIG. 9 is an enlarged, partial, cross-sectional, side- elevational, schematic view of the second embodiment of the orifice through which at least a portion of a penis of a male wearer may be inserted, as otherwise seen along a plane defined by line IX-IX in FIG 5. FIG. 10 is a plan view of a third embodiment of the present invention in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure. FIG. 11 is an enlarged, partial, plan view of a third embodiment of the orifice, with a slitted, perforated, or expandable opening therein. FIG. 12 is a plan view of a fourth embodiment of the present invention in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure. FIG. 13 is a perspective view of a fifth embodiment of the present invention in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure. FIG. 14 is a perspective view of a sixth embodiment of the present invention in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure. FIG. 15 is a perspective view of a seventh embodiment of the present invention in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure. FIG. 16 is a partial, front-elevational, schematic view of the seventh embodiment of the present invention secured to a wearer. FIG. 17 is an enlarged, partial, cross-sectional, side- elevational, schematic view of the seventh embodiment of the present invention, wherein at least a portion of a penis of a male wearer is inserted through the orifice and the penis is oriented in a generally upward direction. FIG. 18 is an enlarged, partial, cross-sectional, side- elevational, schematic view of the seventh embodiment of the present invention, wherein at least a portion of a penis of a male wearer is inserted through the orifice and the penis is oriented in a generally downward direction. FIG. 19 is a front perspective view of an eighth embodiment of the present invention in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure. FIG. 20 is a rear plan view of the eighth embodiment of the present invention as shown in FIG. 19. FIG. 21 is an enlarged, partial, cross-sectional, side- elevational, schematic view of the eighth embodiment of the present invention, wherein at least a portion of a penis of a male wearer is inserted through the orifice and the penis is oriented in a generally downward direction. FIG. 22 is an enlarged, partial, cross-sectional, side- elevational, schematic view of the eighth embodiment of the present invention, wherein at least a portion of a penis of a male wearer is inserted through the orifice and the penis is oriented in a generally upward direction. FIG. 23 is a front perspective view of a ninth embodiment of the present invention in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure. FIG. 24 is an enlarged, partial, cross-sectional, side- elevational, schematic view of the ninth embodiment of the present invention, wherein at least a portion of a penis of a male wearer is inserted through the orifice and the penis is oriented in a generally downward direction. FIG. 25 is an enlarged, partial, cross-sectional, side- elevational, schematic view of the ninth embodiment of the present invention, wherein at least a portion of a penis of a male wearer is inserted through the orifice and the penis is oriented in a generally upward direction. FIG. 26 is a perspective view of a tenth embodiment of the present invention in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure, wherein the moisture absorbent material has a larger width and length than the corresponding interior dimensions of the housing enclosure which causes the moisture absorbent material to assume a generally curved or bowed shape when placed within the enclosure. FIG. 27 is a cross-sectional, plan view of the tenth embodiment of the present invention as seen along a plane defined by line 27-27 in FIG. 26. FIG. 27 further illustrates a receiving area for a penis, said receiving area being produced by a generally concave orientation of the moisture absorbent material within the housing enclosure. FIG. 28 is a partial, exploded, perspective view of the tenth embodiment of the present invention schematically illustrating a preferred means for securing the housing to a brief, boxer shorts, or other piece of apparel or clothing of the wearer. FIG. 29 is a front perspective view of the tenth embodiment of the present invention illustrating the preferred opening and closing means of the invention. FIG. 30 is a partial, enlarged, cross-sectional view of the tenth embodiment of the present invention as seen along a plane defined by line 30-30 in FIG. 28. FIG. 31 is an enlarged, perspective view of an alternative means for securing the housing to a brief, boxer shorts, or other piece of apparel or clothing of the wearer. FIG. 31 illustrates the securing means in both a closed and open position. FIG. 32 is a partial, enlarged, exploded, perspective view of the tenth embodiment of the present invention further illustrating a removable grommet, a semi-rigid or rigid backing, and a portion of the housing that surrounds the orifice. FIG. 33 is a partial, enlarged, cross-sectional view of the tenth embodiment of the present invention, wherein the opening, orifice, or aperture within the grommet is of a relatively small size. FIG. 34 is a partial, enlarged, cross-sectional view of the tenth embodiment of the present invention, wherein the opening or aperture within the grommet is of a relatively medium size. FIG. 35 is a partial, enlarged, cross-sectional view of the tenth embodiment of the present invention, wherein the opening or aperture within the grommet is of a relatively large size. FIG. 36 is an enlarged, perspective view of an eleventh embodiment of the present invention illustrating an alternatively structured removable grommet that enables this invention to be used by a female. FIG. 37 is a partial, enlarged, cross-sectional view of the eleventh embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 38 is a partial, enlarged, cross-sectional view of a twelfth embodiment of the present invention illustrating a further alternatively structured removable grommet having grooves or channels therein which facilitate more rapid absorption of the urine into the moisture absorbent material. One should understand that the drawings are not necessarily to scale and the elements are sometimes illustrated by graphic symbols, phantom lines, diagrammatic representations, and fragmentary views. In certain instances, the inventor may have omitted details which are not necessary for an understanding of the present invention or which render other details difficult to perceive. BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION The present invention is intended to be used by urine incontinent men and women. However, if needed or desired, the present invention could also be used by other persons who will be away from toilet facilities for long periods of time. Similarly, this invention could be used by infants, small children, adolescents, and animals such as primates that are kept as pets. Prior to discussing the present invention in great detail, the inventor desires to reemphasis several particular shortcomings of the devices heretofore known and used. Most men and women suffering from urine incontinence use adult diapers that are purchased from drug stores or special medical supply companies at a cost of approximately $0.50 to $1.00 each. Furthermore, even if liquid consumption is restricted, a urine incontinent person will still urinate approximately ten (10) times a day. If a new adult diaper is used for each urination, the patient or wearer could easily use ten (10) or more diapers each day. For persons having a limited income, the purchase and use of such adult diapers can be financially threatening and may amount to several hundred dollars each month. Most of the commercially available adult diapers are manufactured with a lining placed on the inside of the diaper. In other words, the lining is placed on the side that comes into contact with the skin of the wearer. The lining permits the urine to pass therethrough and be absorbed by the underlying substrate or strata of absorbent material. Some manufacturers advertise that the absorbent material is treated with chemicals to further absorb and retain a certain amount of urine on the interior side of the diaper away from the lining and skin of the wearer. The entire diaper is usually contained within an outer skin of plastic, rubber or latex material. In theory such diapers should work well. The assumption is that the urine passes through the lining and becomes completely absorbed by the underlying substrate or strata of absorbent material. The urine is then theoretically wicked throughout the entire area or length of the diaper. The absorbent material, which is usually treated with chemicals, is supposed to absorb enough urine for the wearer to urinate several times before the diaper must be replaced. In theory, when wearing such commercially available adult diapers, the wearer should not feel any dampness or moisture against his skin, because the urine is supposed to be retained behind the interiorly positioned lining. The lining is supposed to stay completely dry against the skin of the wearer. In reality such commercially available adult diapers do not function as they are intended and for which they are advertised. For example, in reality the lining remains continually wet after the initial urination. The dampness is especially prevalent upon urination and for an extended period thereafter. Apparently the lining adversely functions as a barrier, preventing immediate absorption of the urine. The wearer feels the wetness and uncomfortable warmth of the urine against the abdomen and groin area skin. Such feelings and sensations are very uncomfortable and can be emotionally embarrassing. Due to the ineffectiveness of such commercially available adult diapers, wearers will usually replace the diaper immediately after the initial urination. This is particularly true if the wearer finds the feeling of dampness uncomfortable. An important problem with such adult diapers is that only a small portion of the diaper is actually damp after the initial urination. For example, after an initial urination, the adult diaper may have a wet spot of only about three inches (3") in diameter. This represents approximately five percent (5%) or less of the total moisture holding capacity of the adult diaper. However, due to the uncomfortable and unsanitary nature of the occurrence, the wearer will likely feel compelled to change the diaper. As a result, the patient will pay for the full price of a diaper but only use approximately five to 10 percent (5%-10%) of its capacity. Such a practice is not very cost effective. If worn for an extended period of time, albeit a very uncomfortable situation, the diaper should be able to absorb more than one urination. However, when a large or heavy volume of urine is deposited into the diaper within a short period of time, the urine usually will leak out of the diaper around the waist or legs of the diaper. This occurs despite the fact that a large portion of the diaper may still be dry. Of course, leakage of urine from the diaper usually results in an embarrassing and humiliating scene wherein the street pants of the wearer become very apparently wet. In addition, there is always a certain amount of vapor and dampness that is never absorbed by the adult diaper. Such vapor and dampness generally stays trapped in the space between the diaper and the wearer's body. This is particularly true if the wearer drinks a large amount of water and other fluids. Please note that persons recovering from prostate surgery and/or a bladder operation are instructed to drink large amounts of water. However, patients become reluctant to drink so much water because of the loss of bladder control. Consequently, such patients do not drink as much water or fluid as they are instructed and their recovery suffers. Furthermore, during and after recovery, such patients are instructed to exercise their bladder retention abilities. However, if the patient lives in constant fear that the adult diaper will fail, the patient is less likely to attempt to extend the periods between urination as instructed by his doctor. To avoid embarrassing scenes, wearers of such commercially available diapers will wear plastic pants on the outside of the diaper. Use of plastic pants adds to the discomfort of the wearer, even when the diaper is not soiled. Medical supply companies are often in short supply of such plastic pants. The likely reason for this is that many persons who suffer from this condition have shared this common and unfortunate experience of leakage and, as a consequence, purchase whatever supply of plastic pants are available. When a person wears plastic pants over an adult diaper, the elastic bands that are positioned about the waist and legs of the plastic pants are urged into close contact with the skin of the wearer. Such close contact and the non- breathability of the plastic pants causes a buildup of sweat to accumulate around such elastic bands. Consequently, even when urination has not occurred, the elastic bands around the waist and legs of the wearer and the interior area confined by the plastic pants become very moist, damp, and wet. Nearly every movement of the wearer causes the wet plastic of the plastic pants to come into contact and stick to the skin of the wearer. In temperate climates, the wet plastic pants can be very cold against the skin of the wearer. The wearer of such plastic pants must be careful to select a pair that is properly fitted for his waist, legs, buttock, and contained adult diaper. If not properly fitted, the plastic pants become very tight around the waist and legs of the user, causing chaffing and restricting the flow of blood through this region of the wearer's body. Conversely, if the elastic bands about the waist and legs of the user are not tight enough urine will leak therebetween. By using the present invention, persons will no longer feel dampness as heretofore was the unfortunate result of loss of bladder control. This is particularly true since the penis of a man and the pelvic or vaginal area of a woman does not feel dampness as other parts of a wearer's body, or at least dampness does not cause as much discomfort as compared to other parts of the body. If desired, when this invention is worn by a man, only the tip or head of the penis need be inserted into the orifice. Similarly, only a small portion of a female's anatomy will be exposed to dampness. Not only will the wearer's comfort be greatly increased, but when using the present invention, the wearer will not be required to change the moisture absorbent material nearly as much as with the heretofore known devices. Basically, the moisture absorbent material or diaper will only need changing when it becomes saturated. Within one embodiment of the present invention, the wearer can remove and reverse the position of the moisture absorbent material or diaper. Once the moisture absorbent material or diaper is reinserted into the invention, with its end-for-end reversed orientation, the dryer portion of the moisture absorbent material or diaper may be used, thereby, dramatically prolonging the useful life of such material. As a result, each portion of moisture absorbent material or diaper can be effectively used four to six times longer than was heretofore possible, without causing discomfort or embarrassment to the wearer, or causing any possible wetting of the outer garment. The attention of the reader is now directed to the attached drawings which illustrate the preferred and several alternative embodiments of the present invention. Referring to the attached drawings, wherein like numerals indicate like parts, the present invention generally comprises an apparatus 20 for containing a moisture absorbent material 22 to absorb urine 24 of an incontinent person or wearer 26. For purposes of later discussion, the wearer 26 has a waist 28, and legs 32 and 34. If the wearer 26 is a male, the wearer 26 also has a penis 30. Within the preferred embodiment of the invention, the apparatus 20 generally comprises the combination of a housing 36 and means 38 for juxtaposing the housing 36 adjacent to the wearer 26. Although not necessarily listed as a required element within the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the apparatus 20 may also comprise the moisture absorbent material 22. The moisture absorbent material 22 may comprise any material that is capable of absorbing urine 24. However, within the preferred embodiment of the invention, the moisture absorbent material 22 generally comprises any commercially available diaper or absorbent pad. As used herein, the terms moisture absorbent material 22, diaper, and moisture absorbent napkin or pad shall be considered as synonymous with each other and shall indicate the same or interchangeable structural elements. The moisture absorbent material 22 need not comprise an expensive adult diaper. Rather, an infant or child diaper may also be used. The diaper may be used in its entirety, or it may be cut into two or more segments to accomplish the purposes of this invention. Please note that during a recovery period immediately following prostate surgery and during nighttime periods a male wearer 26 will likely have to use the apparatus 20 having a moisture absorbent material 22 with a large absorption capacity. As the wearer 26 recovers from the surgery and/or during periods of awakeness, the wearer 26 may select to use the apparatus 20 with a moisture absorbent material 22 having less bulk. For example, within the embodiments illustrated within Figures 15 through 25, the moisture absorbent material 22 generally comprises a feminine or sanitary napkin or pad. In such instances, the absorbency capacity of the moisture absorbent material 22 can be adjusted by using either a "maxi pad," a "mini pad," or the like. The housing 36 is provided with a front panel 40 and a rear panel 42. The front panel 40 is attached to or formed integrally with the rear panel 42 to form a generally flexible, urine impermeable sleeve. For example, front panel 40 may be adhered, sewn, melted, welded, taped, pressed, and/or fused to the rear panel 42 to form the housing 36. The housing 36 also forms an enclosure 44 between the front panel 40 and the rear panel 42. The housing 36 has at least one opening 46 which permits selective access to the enclosure 44. Within the embodiments illustrated within Figures l, 2, 5, 6 and 10, the housing 36 has an additional, opposed, second opening 48. Opening 46 and second opening 48 permit the moisture absorbent material 22 to be pulled from or inserted into either opposed end of the housing 36. In other words, the moisture absorbent material 22 can be inserted into or removed from the enclosure 44 through either opening 46 or second opening 48. Thus positioned, the housing 36 is capable of removably holding the moisture absorbent material 22 within the enclosure 44. The housing 36 is also provided with means 50 for selectively closing and opening the opening 46 and/or the second opening 48. For example as illustrated throughout the accompanying drawings, the closing and opening means 50 may comprise one or more flaps or extensions of the front panel 40 that can be folded over itself and secured in position to close the opening 46 and/or the second opening 48. Within the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the closing and opening means 50, and more particularly the aforementioned flaps, are held in a secured closed position by the use of mating strips 52 and 54 of a hook and loop fastening system, such as that sold under the trademark VELCRO. Of course other closing and opening means 50 could be used. For example, a zipper, button and button hole, clip, safety pin, an overlapping flap similar to those used on plastic sandwich bags, or a zip-lock-type of fastener that is commonly use on plastic freezer bags may be used. The housing 36 also has an orifice 56, aperture, hole, or slit positioned within the rear panel 42 through which urine 24 of the wearer 26 is directed. If the wearer 26 is a male, the penis 30 of the wearer 26 is at least partially inserted through the orifice 56. As used herein, the terms orifice 56, aperture, hole, and slit shall be considered synonymous with each other and shall indicate the same or interchangeable structural elements. When inserted into the orifice 56, the penis 30 is positioned such that urine 24 leakage will be absorbed by the moisture absorbent material 22. Please note that the penis 30 of a male wearer may assume a generally downward orientation as illustrated within Figures 18, 21 and 24. Alternatively, the penis 30 may be positioned to have a generally upward orientation as illustrated within Figures 17, 22 and 25. Application of the present invention to females and women will be discussed in detail further below. The juxtaposing means 38 may take several different forms. For example, as illustrated within Figures 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 10 and 12, the apparatus 20 may generally take the form of a diaper that is placed between the legs 32 and 34 of the wearer 26. The respective, opposed, terminal ends of the apparatus 20 are drawn upwardly over the buttock and abdomen of the wearer 26. The upper ends of the apparatus 20 are then secured together generally about the waist 28 of the wearer 26 by one or more waist bands 58 that are in turn secured to the housing 36. For example, such upper ends can be tied together using a waist band 58 formed from one or more cords 60 that are tied about the waist 28 of the wearer 26. Alternatively, as illustrated within Figures 10 and 12, the waist band 58 may be manufactured of a girth adjustable material or strapping material having at least one end that is secured in a girth adjusted position by a snap, button, tie, clip, buckle, hook and loop fastener system, or the like. Furthermore, the waist band 58 may be at least partially manufactured of a generally elastic material. The apparatus 20 can be worn inside a pair of traditional or conventional boxer shorts, briefs 60, jockey shorts, or an athletic jock strap 62. As illustrated within Figures 13, 14, 21 and 22, the juxtaposing means 38 may generally comprise a pair of shorts or briefs 60. As illustrated within Figures 15 through 18, the juxtaposing means 38 may generally comprise a jock strap 62. In other words, the apparatus 20 can be incorporated into juxtaposing means 38, which most men would otherwise consider to be flexible, elastic fabric having a general appearance of a pair of boxer shorts, briefs 60, jockey shorts or an athletic jock strap 62. In essence, a mid- section of the boxer shorts, briefs 60, jockey shorts, or jock strap 62 would contain the apparatus 20 therein. The orifice 56 within the apparatus 20 may be provided through this same mid-section of such apparel. Within a further alternative embodiment of the present invention, as illustrated within Figures 20, 21 and 22, the juxtaposing means 38 may comprise one or more strips of adhesive material 64 that are secured to the front panel 40 of the housing 36. The adhesive material 64 is capable of being urged against an interior surface of a pair of shorts or briefs 60 and/or to the jock strap 62, to properly position the housing 36 adjacent to the wearer 26. Alternatively, if desired, the penis 30 of a male wearer 26 may be passed through an open fly located within a pair of traditional or conventional boxer shorts, briefs 60, or jockey shorts, and then be at least partially inserted into the apparatus 20 of the present invention. Thus positioned, the apparatus 20 may be worn outside of such traditional or conventional apparel. Within this later embodiment, the apparatus 20 would be positioned on the outside of such apparel. The wearer 26 would not have direct physical contact with the apparatus 20 while the apparatus 20 is being worn, except for the penis 30 of the wearer 26 being gently pulled through the orifice 56 that is located within the housing 36. Within an even further alternative embodiment of the present invention, as illustrated within Figures 23, 24 and 25, the juxtaposing means 38 may comprise one or more bands 66 that are capable of being secured about the housing 36 and the penis 30 of a male wearer 26. The simplest way to pull the penis 30 through the orifice 56 is to open the opening 46 into the enclosure 44, reach into the enclosure 44, place the penis 30 adjacent to the orifice 56, and then pull the head of the penis 30 through the orifice 56 until the head of the penis 30 comes into contact with the absorbent side of the moisture absorbent material 22. The housing 36 may be manufactured from one or more sheets of very thin urine impermeable material, such as plastic, rubber, latex, fabric sold under the trademark GORTEX, or one or more of many other types of breathable but liquid impervious fabrics that have recently been introduced into the marketplace. Consequently, the cost to manufacture the housing 36 can be minimized. When the apparatus 20 is worn between the body of the wearer and such apparel, the wearer's skin will come into direct contact with the outer surfaces of the rear panel 42 of the apparatus 20. To provide comfortable placement, the housing 36 may be manufactured from a combination of laminated materials and/or fabrics. For example, as seen in Figures 5 and 6, a soft fabric 68 could be laminated to the exterior surfaces of the rear panel 42. Alternatively, a separate segment of cloth, mesh material, or larger pouch could be incorporated into apparatus 20. The cloth, mesh material or larger pouch is positioned to insulate the skin of the wearer 26 from generally coming in contact with the plastic housing 36. More particularly, the housing 36 could be placed within the larger pouch, thereby providing more comfort to the wearer 26. The urine impermeable material of the rear panel 42 would be positioned to face the moisture absorbent material 22 when contained within the enclosure 44. The exterior, soft fabric 68 would be positioned to face or be juxtaposed against the skin of the wearer. It is believed that although this laminated version of the invention would be slightly more expensive to manufacture, the associated comfort it would provide will more than compensate for the slight additional expense involved. The apparatus 20 may be provided with an orifice 56 of different sizes to accommodate penises 30 of different sizes. For example, three or more different sizes for a male wearer 26 and one or more different sizes for a female wearer 26 could be sold with the housing 36 or be sold as an accessory thereto. Within the preferred embodiment of the invention, as seen within Figures 1, 2, 3 and 4, the orifice 56 and surrounding material is generally manufactured from a conically-shaped, flexible, urine impermeable material, such as from latex. The apex of the generally conically-shaped member 70 is directed toward the enclosure 44. A length or segment of the terminal end of the conically-shaped member 70 can be cut or truncated to provide orifices 56 of different diameters for differently sized male wearers 26. In other words, the conically-shaped member 70 may be cut to make the orifice 56 larger as needed. Alternatively, as shown in Figures 5 through 25, the apparatus 20 may have a diaphragm 72 or orifice panel that generally defines an elastic, flexible, urine impermeable membrane. The diaphragm 72 contains the orifice 56 therein. The diaphragm 72 can be then secured to the housing 36 or urged against the housing 36. The diaphragm 72 may comprise a conical shape, a generally flat or planar shape, or any other desired shape or form. For example, the diaphragm 72 or urine impermeable membrane may have a generally truncated conical taper of smaller diameter positioned nearer to the orifice 56. Depending upon the size of the orifice 56 needed, a different diaphragm 72 could be used. Within one embodiment of the present invention, the diaphragm 72 may initially not have a hole therein. Rather, the diaphragm 72 is cut or punctured to provide the orifice 56 and adjustment of its size. Similarly, the diaphragm 72 or urine impermeable membrane may simply have one or more slits therein to create and/or accomodate adjustment in size of the orifice 56. Alternatively, the apparatus 20 may be provided with an orifice 56 of an initial size. The provided initial orifice 56 would be large or wide enough to fit the largest expected size of penis 30. Several different diaphragms 72 could then be included within a package provided to the wearer 26. Each diaphragm 72 would preferably have an outside diameter that is about one inch (1") larger than the diameter of the initially provided orifice 56. Thus structured, the outer periphery or edges of the replacement diaphragm 72 would be larger than the initially provided orifice 56. The outer edges or periphery of the diaphragm 72 would preferably be rigid or semi-rigid to maintain adequate structural integrity when applied to the apparatus 20 and used. Within this alternative embodiment, the diaphragm 72 is not necessarily physically secured or attached to the housing 36. Rather, the diaphragm 72 is urged against the housing 36 and held in position by a frictional fit with the penis 30. If desired, however, the diaphragm 72 could be physically secured or attached to the housing 36. Each diaphragm 72 would have an orifice 56 placed at about the middle thereof. Each orifice 56 would be sized to fit a differently sized penis 30. During use, the diaphragm 72 would be slipped over the penis 30 on the inside or enclosure side of the enclosure 44. Use of the diaphragm 72 could also serve as a warning device to the wearer 26 that his penis 30 might possibly be slipping out of the housing 36 and associated enclosure 44. The diaphragm 72 also functions as a barrier between the wet moisture absorbent material 22 contained within the apparatus 20 and the skin of the wearer 26. For wearers 26 having a penis 30 large enough to fit the initially provided orifice 56, use of the diaphragm 72 would not be needed. There are other ways to accommodate size differences between male wearers 26. For example, a wide variety of differently sized apparatus 20 having differently sized orifices 56 may be manufactured, stocked, and sold. Alternatively, the initially provided orifice 56 could be as small as the smallest expected penis 30 size to use the apparatus 20. The initially provided orifice 56 could then be expanded, stretched, and/or cut to accommodate placement upon differently sized male wearers 26. For example, as shown in Figure 11, the initially provided orifice 56 could be provided with one or more slits 74, perforations, or cuts that radiate outwardly from the center of the orifice 56. Thus structured, the orifice 56 could be expanded similar to that of an oris to accommodate placement upon differently sized male wearers 26. In essence, placement of a larger penis 30 therein would automatically expand the size of the orifice 56. Within a further embodiment of the present invention, instead of providing a circular or oval shaped orifice 56, the orifice 56 may simply comprise a slit placed within the housing 36 that permits entry of the penis 30 into the enclosure 44. Reference is now made to Figures 26 and 27, wherein the width and length of the moisture absorbent material 22 exceed the interior dimensions of the enclosure 44 of housing 36. For example, the inventor prefers that the moisture absorbent material be approximately six inches (6") longer and two or three (2" or 3") inches wider than the interior dimensions of the enclosure 44. Consequently, the moisture absorbent material 22 must be bent in both a horizontal direction and a vertical direction in order to urge the moisture absorbent material 22 into the enclosure 44. This causes the moisture absorbent material 22 to assume a bowed, curved, arcuate, or cup-like orientation within the enclosure 44. A generally concave portion or belly portion of the bowed moisture absorbent material 22 provides additional room or space 76 for the penis 30 of a male wearer 26 within the enclosure 44. The additional sizing of the moisture absorbent material 22 also provides additional absorbent material to a wearer 26 when the apparatus 20 is not positioned quite perfectly, such as when the apparatus 20 is worn too high or too low. It is better to provide more moisture absorbent material than needed than not enough. Figures 26, 27, 28, 29 and 30 illustrate a further embodiment of the present invention wherein at least a portion of a rim, edge, or periphery 78 of the housing 36 is provided with one or more holes 80, button holes, cuts, or slits through which a fastener 82, such as a reusable, modified snap grommet or pair of joined buttons, may be inserted. A snap grommet can be used to create a hold-down where there is no pass-through grommet within the fabric 90. More particularly. Figure 30 illustrates a fastener 82 having a smaller first portion 84 and a larger second portion 86 which are joined together via a spacer 88. The smaller first portion 84 is passed through a button hole 80 positioned within the housing 36 and is urged against the fabric 90 of a jock strap, pair of shorts, briefs, panties, hose, clothing or apparel of the wearer 26. A clip 92 is then urged from the opposed side of the fabric 90 toward the smaller first portion 84 of the fastener 82 and is hooked thereover or secured thereto. Thus positioned, the smaller first portion 84 is secured to the fabric 90 and the larger second portion 86 is urged against the housing 36. This secures the housing 36 to the fabric 90 and maintains the position of the housing 36 relative to the fabric 90. Figures 30 and 31 illustrate a first embodiment of the clip 92 that will accomplish the purposes stated herein. Figure 31 illustrates that, if desired, the clip 92 may be elongated, stretched or deformed between a closed first position and a deformed, open second position. The deformation of the clip 92 may assist the wearer 26 in securing the clip 92 to the fabric 90 and underlying smaller first portion 84 of the fastener 82. During use, the wearer 26 would pull upon the side wings of the clip 92 to pull it apart. When the clip 92 is properly positioned, the clip 92 is released, whereupon it springs back into position and holds the housing 36 to the fabric 68. Figure 28 illustrates an alternative, second embodiment of a clip 92* that will also accomplish the desired task. When using clip 92', the fabric 68 and smaller first portion 84 are inserted into the clip's 92' larger hole and the clip 92 ' is slid downwardly so that it snaps into place to lock it. Other clip designs may include simply a rubber band, thread, string, or wire that is wrapped around the smaller first portion 84 of the fastener 82 after it is captured and covered by the fabric 90. Alternatively, a button or other means for fastening the housing 36 to the wearer's 26 pants, panties, shorts, or the like, could be sewn, glued, bonded, adhered, fused or otherwise secured directly to the housing 36, and need not be a separable element. Since the apparatus 20 will be frequently removed for changing and cleaning, the inventor suggests that the wearer 26 mark the desired position or positions of the fasteners 82 on the fabric 90 of the wearer's jock strap, pair of shorts, briefs, panties, hose, clothing or apparel with an indelible ink marker. This will facilitate easy and proper location of the fasteners 82 when the apparatus 20 is resecured to the fabric 90. Alternatively, the fabric 90 could be provided with a button, hook, snap, tie, or any mean for securing the housing 36 thereto. Similarly, the fabric 90 could be provided with one or more holes, button holes, slits, cuts, or the like, through which the smaller first portion 84 may be directly inserted and secured. Figure 29 illustrates the opening 46 and the closing and opening means 50 for this embodiment of the apparatus 20. Please note that the inventor prefers that the closing and opening means 50 comprise a hook and loop fastener system, such as that sold under the trademark VELCRO. Figures 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37 and 38 illustrate various different embodiments of the diaphragm 72 or orifice panel. More particularly, the embodiments illustrated and typified in Figures 32, 33, 34 and 35 are intended to be used by a male wearer 26. Whereas, the embodiments illustrated and typified in Figures 36, 37 and 38 are intended to be used by a female wearer 26. It is the intention of the inventor that the diaphragm 72 be manufactured from a generally elastic, flexible, malleable, urine impermeable membrane or material. For example, the diaphragm 72 could be manufactured from a soft, closed-cell, non-allergenic, urine impervious, foam plastic, latex, or foam rubber material. During use by a female wearer 26, the diaphragm 72 will be pressed against that part of the body from which urine 24 is expelled. Consequently, it is preferable that the diaphragm 72 be made from very soft foam plastic, latex, or rubber material, so that the diaphragm can conform to the contours of the female wearer's 26 body. Within the above-mentioned embodiments of this invention, the diaphragm 72 or orifice panel contains or defines the periphery of the orifice 56 through which the urine and/or penis 30 passes. For example, Figures 33, 34 and 35 illustrate successive diaphragms 72 each having a successively larger orifice 56 therein, respectively. A male wearer 26 would select from several differently sized diaphragms 72, that diaphragm 72 which would be most comfortable to wear within the apparatus 20 and still accomplish the purposes described herein. Each of the diaphragms 72 from which the wearer 26 could select, would have a differently sized orifice 56 therein. The proper size of the orifice 56 would largely be determined by the size of the wearer's 26 penis 30 which will be inserted therethrough. During use, the male wearer 26 inserts his penis 30 through the orifice 56 to direct urine 24 directly into the enclosure 44. The diaphragm 72 or urine impermeable membrane serves to retain the wearer's 26 penis 30 in a proper position during use of the invention and prevent urine 24 or odor from escaping from the enclosure 44. Alternatively, as explained above, the diaphragm 72, orifice panel, or urine impermeable membrane may comprise the size adjustable, modifiable, and/or expandable cuff, wiper washer, or the like, shown within Figures 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and/or 12 to accommodate the girth of the penis 30 of the male wearer 26. As shown within Figures 1, 2, 3, 36, 37 and 38, the diaphragm 72 or urine impermeable membrane could have a generally truncated conical taper. Within the embodiment shown in Figures 1, 2 and 3, the terminal end 96 of the truncated conical taper of the diaphragm 72 has a smaller diameter as compared to the diameter of the orifice 56 opening. In other words, the truncated conical taper extends inwardly into the enclosure 44 and away from the orifice 56 opening in a cuff-like or sleeve-like fashion. This embodiment would be used by male wearers 26. Within the embodiment shown within Figures 36, 37 and 38, the truncated conical tapers of the diaphragm 72 have terminal ends 96 and 96' with a larger diameter than the diameter of the orifice 56 opening. The terminal ends 96 and 96' of the truncated conical taper extend outwardly from the housing 36 and away from the orifice 56 opening. Within these embodiments, the diaphragm 72 or urine impermeable membrane funnels and directs the urine 24 of the wearer 26 through the orifice 56 to be absorbed by the moisture absorbent material 22. This embodiment would be used by female wearers 26. In other words, the portion of the diaphragm 72 which is positioned outside of the housing 36 is somewhat funnel-shaped and slightly enlarged towards its terminal end. In essence, when this invention is used by a female wearer 26, the generally funnel-shaped, conically-tapered, urine impermeable membrane or diaphragm 72 is urged toward and/or against the pelvic, pudenda, pudendum, pubes, genitalia, urinary genitalia, or external urinary meatus area of a female wearer 26, where the urethra expels urine from the body, to capture and direct the urine toward and through the orifice 56 located in the housing 36 and into the enclosure 44 to be absorbed by the moisture absorbent material 22. A female wearer 26 may find use of the apparatus 20 to be a bit more comfortable if the outermost terminal end 96' of the diaphragm 72 is urged against or adjacent to her labium ajus or labium minus, or at least near thereto. The purpose of the enlarged and funnel-shaped, conically-tapered, urine impermeable membrane or diaphragm 72 is to capture as much urine 24 as possible and to funnel and direct the urine 24 toward the moisture absorbent material 22. It is anticipated that the depth or length of the diaphragm 72, within this embodiment, will be about one-half to two inches (1/2" to 2") . Of course the diaphragm 72 may have a depth which is smaller or larger than the sizes mentioned, as long as the purposes taught herein are achieved. Similarly, the diaphragm 72 may comprise any desired size, shape, length, depth, width, and thickness to accomplish the purposes of this invention. The primary difference between the embodiment illustrated in Figures 36 and 37 and the embodiment illustrated in Figure 38 is that the latter embodiment includes channels 97, slots, serrations, conduits, openings, or the like through which the urine 24 may pass and spread onto the moisture absorbent material 22. This embodiment is intended to prevent a situation wherein a female wearer 26 urinates and the urine 24 flow exceeds the capacity of the moisture absorbent material 22 to quickly absorb the urine 24. Since the channels 97 come in contact with the moisture absorbent material 22, the channels 97 enable the urine 24 to spread out onto the sides of the moisture absorbent material 22 and cover a greater surface area than would be otherwise available. Once the diaphragm 72 is selected, the diaphragm 72 is secured to the housing 36. Alternatively, the diaphragm 72 could be formed integrally within the housing 36. Within the preferred embodiments of this invention, a rigid or semi-rigid support member 94, eyelet, washer, support ring, o-ring, c-ring, t-ring, or the like, is secured to or formed integrally with the housing 36. For example, the support member 94 can be secured to the housing 36 so that it is positioned about the edges of the orifice 56 formed within the housing 36. The support member 94 basically provides means for securing and supporting the attachment of the diaphragm 72 to the housing 36, and, more particularly, to rear panel 42. In essence, the support member 94 forms a semi-rigid or rigid rim that is preferably circular or oval in shape. Within its own plane, its circumference is intended not to change significantly. However, the support member 94 may be at least partially flexible in other directions, such as in the plane which is generally perpendicular thereto, so that it might bend and form-fit or conform to the wearer's 26 anatomy. The support member is preferably manufactured from plastic and is about one quarter to one eight of an inch (1/4" to 1/8") thick. Within the preferred embodiments of this invention, the support member 94 is glued or fused to the soft, flexible, plastic housing 36. The housing 36 is manufactured simply from a pair of sheets of plastic that are appropriately bonded or fused together. Therefore, the support member 94 provides a fairly rigid edge or structure that can be relied upon for attachment of the diaphragm 72 thereto. Referring to Figures 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37 and 38, the illustrated diaphragms 72 or orifice panels each generally define a generally elastic, flexible, removable, urine impermeable grommet 98, thimble, socket, wiper ring, flaring cup, shoulder washer, funnel, or race that can be removably secured to the housing 36 about a periphery of the orifice 56. The grommet 98 may have a single groove 100 or channel, or a plurality of groves or channels therein, about a neck thereof. Preferably, the groove 100 is positioned about the outer or exterior edge, circumference, or surface of the grommet 98. The groove 100, seat or indentation is preferably very well defined or deep, relative to the sizing of the grommet 98. The bottom or inside dimension of the groove 100, or diameter thereof, should be approximately equal to the inside diameter of the support member 94. Consequently, the grommet 98 can be inserted into the orifice 56 located within the housing 36. Approximately one half of the grommet 98 is positioned within the enclosure 44. The other half of the grommet 98 is positioned outside of the enclosure 44. However, the support member 94 or ring, that is secured to the housing 36, fits right into the groove 100. Consequently, the grommet 98 will not inadvertently pop out or become dislodged relative to the housing 36. The support member 94 will be set directly within the groove 100 of the neck of the foam rubber grommet 98. During use, the grommet 98 is temporarily crushed or folded upon itself to reduce its diameter. The grommet 98 is then inserted into the interior cavity of the orifice 56 and is permitted to expand back to its original size. Upon expansion of the grommet 98 to its original size, an inner edge 102 of the housing 36, that would otherwise define the orifice 56, and/or the support member 94 are directed toward and retained within the groove 100. More particularly, the grommet 98 has an interior lip 104 or flange positioned within the enclosure 44 with a diameter that is wider than the diameter of the orifice 56 of the housing 36. Similarly, the grommet 98 has an exterior lip 106 or flange positioned outside the enclosure 44 with a diameter that is wider than the diameter of the orifice 56 of the housing 36. When thus positioned and secured to the housing 36, the grommet 98 is held in place and is prevented from leaving its engagement with the housing 36 until the grommet 98 is again crushed or folded upon itself and removed therefrom. Alternatively, the grommet 98 need not be crushed or folded upon itself in order to be secured to or removed from the housing 36. Rather, the rear panel 42 may be manufactured from an expandable or stretchable material that enables the rear panel 42 to be pulled onto the grommet 98 for attachment. Within this embodiment of the invention, the support member 94 need not be used or may also be provided with means for expanding or stretching to be pulled onto the grommet 98 and rest within the groove 100. Although the apparatus 20 could be discarded when desired, the housing 36, and the diaphragm 72 or grommet 98 is preferably made of material that can be washed and reused. The means and construction disclosed herein are by way of example and comprise primarily the preferred and several alternative forms of putting the invention into effect. Although the drawings depict the preferred and several alternative embodiments of the invention, other embodiments are described within the preceding and following text. One skilled in the art will appreciate that the disclosed apparatus and devices may have a wide variety of designs, shapes, and configurations. Additionally, persons skilled in the art to which the invention pertains might consider the foregoing teachings in making various modifications, other embodiments, and alternative forms of the invention. It is, therefore, to be understood that the invention is not limited to the particular embodiments or specific features shown herein. To the contrary, the inventor claims the invention in all of its various forms, including all alternatives, modifications, equivalents, and alternative embodiments that fall within the legitimate and valid scope of the Claims, appropriately interpreted under the Doctrine Of Equivalents. INDUSTRIAL APPLICABILITY The present invention may be used by any person who suffers from urine incontinence or loss of bladder control. It may be used within hospitals, clinics, nurseries, nursing homes, and for general retail personal use. In essence, the present invention may be used by any person or patient that could benefit from the simple, reliable, easily used apparatus that this invention provides. The apparatus of this invention is compact, unobtrusive, efficient, durable, rugged, is easily constructed, and is inexpensive and economical to manufacture. Comfort in use is dramatically increased over the prior known devices. The complexity of the apparatus as compared to the prior known devices is greatly reduced. The bulkiness of the apparatus can be minimized, depending upon the needs of the wearer. This in turn provides a greater degree of confidence and freedom to the wearer. This invention also minimizes the inconvenience. embarrassment and self-conscious paranoia that a person suffering from urine incontinence might experience. Traditional and/or nontraditional manufacturing apparatus and procedures may be used to manufacture the present invention without requiring significant alteration thereto to accomplish the purposes taught herein. Once manufactured, the apparatus of the present invention can be easily transported, stored, and worn using a minimum amount of space. Consequently, the invention minimizes the packaging size and cargo space required to contain and ship the apparatus. This in turn, reduces transportation and storage costs. The present invention has a special benefit of being able to incorporate therein mass produced and commercially available diapers and moisture absorbent pads that are readily purchasable at nearly every grocery store, corner market, public restroom, and the like, throughout the country and abroad. Furthermore, since such mass produced diapers and pads can be used, the wearer can purchase such absorbent materials for a very competitive price. Persons suffering with incontinence no longer must pay exorbitant fees or purchase special order apparatus from medical supply companies to accommodate their urine absorbent needs. The present invention provides a wide variety of different attachment or securement mechanisms or systems. By producing a one-size-fits-all apparatus and providing differently sized and shaped gro mets within each package, the need to otherwise stock multiple different sizes of the invention can be eliminated. Furthermore, either males or females can use the apparatus contained within a single package. The unnecessary grommets can simply be discarded. Consequently, the needs of a wide demographic group of individuals and lifestyles will be met by using one or more of the structures taught herein. Thus, it is anticipated that the potential consumer base for this invention will be significantly broader than what would have been available for the heretofore known devices. The scope and versatility of the present invention is also much broader than the previously known devices.

Claims: I claim: Claim 1. An apparatus for containing a moisture absorbent material to absorb urine of an incontinent person, the person having a waist and an external urinary meatus, said apparatus comprising the combination of: (a) a housing having a front panel and a rear panel, said front panel being attached to or formed integrally with said rear panel to form a generally flexible, urine impermeable sleeve, said housing forming an enclosure between said front panel and said rear panel, said housing having at least one opening that permits selective access into said enclosure, said housing capable of removably holding the moisture absorbent material within said enclosure, the moisture absorbent material being selectively inserted into and removed from said enclosure through said opening, said housing having means for selectively closing and opening said opening, said housing having an orifice within said rear panel through which the urine of the person may be directed, the urine being absorbed by the moisture absorbent material contained within said enclosure; and (b) means for juxtaposing said housing against or adjacent to the person such that the external urinary meatus is juxtaposed against or adjacent to said orifice or is inserted into said enclosure through said orifice. Claim 2. The apparatus of Claim 1, wherein said housing has at least a first opening and a second opening that permit selective access into said enclosure, said first opening and said second opening being generally positioned at opposed ends of said enclosure, said housing having means for selectively closing and opening said first opening, said housing having means for selectively closing and opening said second opening, said housing permitting the moisture absorbent material to be selectively inserted and removed through either said first opening or said second opening. Claim 3. The apparatus of Claim 2 , wherein said front panel and said rear panel are narrower in width near a mid- portion thereof as compared to width of said front panel and said rear panel near said first opening and said second opening. Claim 4. The apparatus of Claim 1, wherein said orifice within said rear panel is defined by an orifice panel that is secured to or formed integrally with said housing. Claim 5. The apparatus of Claim 4, wherein said orifice panel comprises a generally elastic, flexible, urine impermeable membrane. Claim 6. The apparatus of Claim 5, wherein said urine impermeable membrane may be cut or punctured to provide adjustment in size of said orifice. Claim 7. The apparatus of Claim 5, wherein said urine impermeable membrane has at least one slit adjacent to said orifice to accomodate adjustment in size of said orifice. Claim 8. The apparatus of Claim 5, wherein said urine impermeable membrane has a generally truncated conical taper of smaller diameter than said orifice extending inwardly and away from said orifice. Claim 9. The apparatus of Claim 5, wherein said urine impermeable membrane has a generally truncated conical taper of larger diameter than said orifice extending outwardly and away from said orifice, said urine impermeable membrane funneling and directing the urine of the person through said orifice to be absorbed by the moisture absorbent material. Claim 10. The apparatus of Claim 5, wherein said orifice panel comprises a generally elastic, flexible, urine impermeable grommet that is removably secured to said housing about said orifice. Claim 11. The apparatus of Claim 10, wherein said grommet further comprises a generally funnel-shaped portion that can be urged toward the external urinary meatus of a female person. Claim 12. The apparatus of Claim 11, wherein said funnel portion of said grommet is manufactured from a generally flexible, soft, malleable, closed-cell foam material . Claim 13. The apparatus of Claim 5, wherein said orifice panel further comprises a rigid or semi-rigid support member secured to or formed integrally with said housing, said support member being positioned about said orifice. Claim 14. The apparatus of Claim 1, wherein said juxtaposing means generally comprises at least one waist band secured to said housing, said waist band capable of being secured about the waist of the person. Claim 15. The apparatus of Claim 14, wherein said waist band generally comprises at least one cord, belt, band, or strap that is capable of being secured, snapped, clipped, fastened, or tied about the waist of the person. Claim 16. The apparatus of Claim 14, wherein said waist band further comprises means for at least partially adjusting a girth of said waist band. Claim 17. The apparatus of Claim 16, wherein said waist band is at least partially manufactured of a generally elastic material. Claim 18. The apparatus of Claim 1, wherein said juxtaposing means further comprises a jock strap, pair of shorts, briefs, panties, hose, clothing, or apparel to position said housing against or adjacent to the person. Claim 19. The apparatus of Claim 18, wherein said juxtaposing means further comprises at least one strip of adhesive material secured to said front panel of said housing, said adhesive material capable of being urged against an interior surface of said jock strap, pair of shorts, briefs, panties, hose, clothing, or apparel to further position said housing against or adjacent to the person. Claim 20. An apparatus for absorbing urine of an incontinent person, the person having a waist and an external urinary meatus, said apparatus comprising the combination of: (a) a housing having a front panel and a rear panel, said front panel being attached to or formed integrally with said rear panel to form a generally flexible, urine impermeable sleeve, said housing forming an enclosure between said front panel and said rear panel, said housing having at least one opening that permits selective access into said enclosure, said housing having means for selectively closing and opening said opening; (b) a moisture absorbent material to absorb the urine of the incontinent person, said housing capable of removably holding said moisture absorbent material within said enclosure, said moisture absorbent material being selectively inserted into and removed from said enclosure through said opening, said housing having an orifice within said rear panel through which the urine of the person may be directed, the urine being absorbed by said moisture absorbent material contained within said enclosure; and (c) means for juxtaposing said housing against or adjacent to the person such that the external urinary meatus is juxtaposed against or adjacent to said orifice or is inserted into said enclosure through said orifice. Claim 21. The apparatus of Claim 20, wherein said housing has at least a first opening and a second opening that permit selective access into said enclosure, said first opening and said second opening being generally positioned at opposed ends of said enclosure, said housing having means for selectively closing and opening said first opening, said housing having means for selectively closing and opening said second opening, said housing permitting said moisture absorbent material to be selectively inserted and removed through either said first opening or said second opening. Claim 22. The apparatus of Claim 21, wherein said front panel and said rear panel are narrower in width near a mid- portion thereof as compared to width of said front panel and said rear panel near said first opening and said second opening. Claim 23. The apparatus of Claim 20, wherein said orifice within said rear panel is defined by an orifice panel that is secured to or formed integrally with said housing. Claim 24. The apparatus of Claim 23, wherein said orifice panel comprises a generally elastic, flexible, urine impermeable membrane. Claim 25. The apparatus of Claim 24, wherein said urine impermeable membrane may be cut or punctured to provide adjustment in size of said orifice. Claim 26. The apparatus of Claim 24, wherein said urine impermeable membrane has at least one slit adjacent to said orifice to accomodate adjustment in size of said orifice. Claim 27. The apparatus of Claim 24, wherein said urine impermeable membrane has a generally truncated conical taper of smaller diameter than said orifice extending inwardly and away from said orifice. Claim 28. The apparatus of Claim 24, wherein said urine impermeable membrane has a generally truncated conical taper of larger diameter than said orifice extending outwardly and away from said orifice, said urine impermeable membrane funneling and directing the urine of the person through said orifice to be absorbed by said moisture absorbent material. Clai 29. The apparatus of Claim 24, wherein said orifice panel comprises a generally elastic, flexible, urine impermeable grommet that is removably secured to said housing about said orifice. Claim 30. The apparatus of Claim 29, wherein said grommet further comprises a generally funnel-shaped portion that can be urged toward the external urinary meatus of a female person. Claim 31. The apparatus of Claim 30, wherein said funnel portion of said grommet is manufactured from a generally flexible, soft, malleable, closed-cell foam material. Claim 32. The apparatus of Claim 24, wherein said orifice panel further comprises a rigid or semi-rigid support member secured to or formed integrally with said housing, said support member being positioned about said orifice. Claim 33. The apparatus of Claim 20, wherein said juxtaposing means generally comprises at least one waist band secured to said housing, said waist band capable of being secured about the waist of the person. Claim 34. The apparatus of Claim 33, wherein said waist band generally comprises at least one cord, belt, band, or strap that is capable of being secured, snapped, clipped. fastened, or tied about the waist of the person. Claim 35. The apparatus of Claim 33, wherein said waist band further comprises means for at least partially adjusting a girth of said waist band. Claim 36. The apparatus of Claim 35, wherein said waist band is at least partially manufactured of a generally elastic material. Claim 37. The apparatus of Claim 20, wherein said juxtaposing means further comprises a jock strap, pair of shorts, briefs, panties, hose, clothing, or apparel to position said housing against or adjacent to the person. Claim 38. The apparatus of Claim 37, wherein said juxtaposing means further comprises at least one strip of adhesive material secured to said front panel of said housing, said adhesive material capable of being urged against an interior surface of said jock strap, pair of shorts, briefs, panties, hose, clothing, or apparel to further position said housing against or adjacent to the person. Claim 39. The apparatus of Claim 20, wherein said person has a penis that is at least partially inserted into said enclosure through said orifice such that urine leakage from the penis will be absorbed by said moisture absorbent material . Claim 40. The apparatus of Claim 39, wherein said juxtaposing means generally comprises at least one band capable of being secured about said housing and the penis of the person.

Inventors: TANG GORDON, TANG, GORDON
Applicants: TANG GORDON, TANG, GORDON
Application year: 1998
Main classification: A61F13
IPC codes: A41B9, A61F5, A61F13