Supra pubic catheter problem

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Iammike1
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by Iammike1 on Fri Apr 05, 2013 4:06 pm

Supra pubic catheter problem

I had a supra pubic catheter ftitted about eight days ago. I have a continual problem that although I can see urine draining slowly into the day- and night - bags, I nevertheless have a strong feeling that I want to pee.

Is that normal shortly after having it fitted? I find it quite worrying in case it means that things aren't quite right.

I have some bruising below the fitted tube, which I'm told is normal, and which I know will gradually fade. Could that be a reason for feeling I need to 'go'?

I can't get a straight answer from my urologist on the matter. Hence i would be extremely grateful if anybody with experience could advise me a) if they have had a similar experience, which faded with time, or never.

With much thanks.

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by talkhealth on Thu Apr 11, 2013 10:52 am

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Mr Christopher Eden
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by Mr Christopher Eden on Thu Nov 14, 2013 11:26 pm

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Yes, it's normal to want to pee even if you have a catheter as the catheter stimulates the bladder giving you the same sensation as when urine in the bladder stimulates the bladder. The bruising isn't responsible for this.
Professor Christopher Eden
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