I've had my suprapubic for over 12 years. No side effects or problems. Keep the area around the opening clean to prevent any infection. I irrogate once daily and change up the catheter every two weeks. Everybody's a little different in regards to changing the catheter. Good luck!Date: Thu, 26 Jul 2012 15:00:57 -0700 From: [email protected] Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] suprapubic To: [email protected]; [email protected]
I guess everyone is a bit different, so some may do things their own way. I have had a suprapubic about 12 years now, I just use the large night bags all the time-- at night just hang it on side of bed, during day just hang it facing in towards my powerchair with my black leather carry pouch hanging over it to help hold it in place. We empty it every morning and every night at bedtime. We change the catheter once a month. The catheter or bag can be changed earlier if you think it is needed but We rarely do anymore. Just always drink enough water or fluids each day to keep everything flushed and working well. Dan H. *** From: Ben Mattlin <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Thu, July 26, 2012 2:38:08 PM Subject: [QUAD-L] suprapubic Anybody had good or bad experiences with a suprapubic? I'm wondering about the initial installation operation as well as daily and monthly maintenance. Do you use a leg bag or just plug it and empty it every 4 to 6 hours? What are the "side effects" the doctors don't tell you about? Brutal honesty appreciated. Best, Ben ______________________________ Ben Mattlin www.BenMattlin.com www.MiracleBoyGrowsUp.com
