Catheter question

Hi Jane. I’m 4 days into catheter wearing. (I was almost in tears after day 2! It was so uncomfortable and alien) I’m finding KY jelly applied to exit of penis keeps the catheter able to move. Also baggy boxers and trousers (not easy if pads are also needed). Thigh retention strap is essential for me. I position it so the Y shape of the catheter is  retained, this helps with accidental pulling. I also keep the thigh strap on at night. I’ve found things so much better today. Hope this is helpful. Good luck! Daniel

Good morning Daniel.  Thank you for your advice.  I am going to get some today to help.  I hope you keep on having good days. 

Jane

Hi I had the catheter for 10 days and it was very uncomfortable and always leaking so necessary to have a pad as well. It was a relief to get it removed. That was 2 1/2 months ago and unfortunately I have seen no improvement with incontinence. 

Hi Raaid, thank you for your reply.  I'm so sorry you didn't get on with it.  I am hoping that my OH will persist and it will get easier.  

Hi Jane, I always used the restraining strap to stop the catheter tube pulling. I always left slack in the tube for comfort. Hope that is helpful. 

Thank you

Hi Jane

I was given a local anaesthetic and disinfectant lubricating gel by the doctor called ""Instillagel"". That took away the stinging and also helped a while later when I got some sores on the outside. It may be better than just KY

Thank you.  I will get some of that for the cupboard.

Hi

I had a catheter for a few months. I used this strap which I recommend. (No longer on Amazon but you should find an alternative source,

Ugo Fix Catheter Strap - Catheter Securement Strap/Holder with Anti Slip Silicone Grip and Laundry Bag (Short) (Pack of 1)

Consider using a flip/top (valve on catheter rather than a bag) which can be used to maintain bladder function. If you just let urine drain continuously your bladder will lose condition and if and when the catheter comes out it will be more difficult to void your bladder as the muscles will lose function.

That's been my experience