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Absorbent devices, and more particularly toilet-disposable absorbent devices that are worn interlabially by female wearers for catamenial purposes, incontinence protection, or both, are disclosed. The absorbent interlabial device of the present invention comprises a central absorbent portion and pre

Absorbent devices, and more particularly toilet-disposable absorbent devices that are worn interlabially by female wearers for catamenial purposes, incontinence protection, or both, are disclosed. The absorbent interlabial device of the present invention comprises a central absorbent portion and preferably a pair of flexible extensions joined to the central absorbent portion. The main absorbent portion comprises an upper portion, and a lower portion opposed to the upper portion. In use, the upper portion is positioned furthest inward into the space between the wearer's labia majora. The pair of flexible extensions extends downwardly and laterally outward from the upper portion of the main absorbent portion, and preferably is capable of maintaining contact with the inside surfaces of the wearer's labia majora when the wearer's body goes through a range of motions, including squatting. Additionally, the flexible extensions are preferably capable of covering the fingertips of the wearer as the absorbent device is inserted into the interlabial space. The components of the absorbent device are preferably biodegradable. The device disperses into a plurality of fragments when exposed to mildly agitated room temperature water. The small size of the device contributes to its flushability. The dispersibility, flushability, and biodegradability of the device all contribute to the ability of the device to be effectively and reliably disposed of in a toilet.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An absorbent device insertable into the interlabial space of a female wearer said absorbent device comprising:a main absorbent portion having a length oriented in an x-direction, a height oriented in a z-direction, and a width oriented in a y-direction, said length being

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An absorbent device insertable into the interlabial space of a female wearer said absorbent device comprising:a main absorbent portion having a length oriented in an x-direction, a height oriented in a z-direction, and a width oriented in a y-direction, said length being greater than each of said height and said width, said main absorbent portion comprising an upper portion and a lower portion thereof, said upper portion facing toward the vestibule floor of said wearer during insertion into said interlabial space and leading said lower portion during insertion therein, said lower portion being opposed to said upper portion and upon insertion of said absorbent device into said interlabial space said lower portion facing away from the floor of the vestibule of said wearer;a pair of absorbent flexible extensions joined to said upper portion of said main absorbent portion and extending downwardly and outwardly therefrom, said flexible extensions being capable of maintaining contact with the inside surfaces of the wearer's labia when said absorbent device is worn; anda bio-compatible adhesive disposed on said flexible extensions.