John is correct. You should check out to determine if you're allergic to latex or possibly silicone. In my case, I could not use silicone catheters because they caused AD and made me feel like crap.
On Wed, Oct 31, 2012 at 3:13 PM, Fragile <[email protected]> wrote: > Just had one done on Oct 10. The recovery has been rough. AD the first > few days. I now have 0 energy, nausea. Drinking a ton of water, so just > using the overnight drainage bag. > > > > On Wed, Oct 31, 2012 at 12:22 PM, Don Price <[email protected]> wrote: > >> HAPPY HALLOWEEN, ALL! >> >> I know there's been lots of discussion here regarding suprapubics, but >> when something doesn't pertain to me it's my tendency to scan and delete. I >> apologize for the redundant question/topic. >> >> So, after 30 years of my neurogenic bladder emptying faithfully on its >> own (condom cath and legbag system), it has recently started to fail me. >> Tests show my bladder is stretched and retaining too much urine before >> emptying, which allows UTIs to form and also is not good for my bladder and >> kidneys. >> >> I see my urologist tomorrow and I would bet my last dollar he is going to >> recommend I go with the suprapubic catheter. Obviously, I'll do what's >> best for my long-term health, but I do have concerns about adding >> another hole to my body, so to speak. >> >> For those of you that have suprapubic caths, any of the following info >> would be appreciated: >> 1. what questions I should have for my urologist (alternatives? >> procedure?)? >> 2. what do you wish someone had told you before getting your suprapubic >> (good or bad)? >> 3. what system has worked best for you regarding urine collection >> (legbag? night bag? other?) >> 4. does your suprapube affect your sexual relations (good or bad)? >> 5. what to expect from the surgery and recovery period. >> 6. any other tips, warnings,. thoughts? >> >> Thank you in advance for your words of advice and experience. I truly >> appreciate it! >> >> Don. >> c5-6, 1982 diving accident >> Tempe, AZ >> >> > >
