It took me quite a while to get to where I wasn't voiding from the penis. I would check to see how many of these procedures he had performed and whether he is versed in all the problems which can go on with spinal cord patients.
I had my suprapubic for almost 17 years, but I've had to switch over to a urostomy. I'm still having some logistical issues (how to conceal it while I'm in the wheelchair), but it seems to be working much better now. On Wed, Oct 31, 2012 at 2:22 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 > >
