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I have pads and bed/chair liners as well as diapers just to be safe. All reasonable quantities in case everything is good, but enough that if it's not good I have plenty of time to reorder. I also have a small bucket, mostly for around the house, in case of leakage. I'm hoping a leg strap will take care of me when I go for walks.

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michaelcharles | @michaelcharles | Jan 11 5:17pm

I only had the large or "night" urine bag. 2 liters I think.
And I was glad for the size.
I carried it in a 2 gallon bucket around the house and sat it on the floor next to the bed.
Some men have a smaller, maybe 1 liter "day" bag strapped to their leg.
My catheter was in for 10 days and I walked daily in the house. 20 mins to begin, in 5 min intervals; increasing to 30.
I usually walk daily for 45 - 50 mins outside, but chose to stay indoors those 1st 10 days.
My recovery from surgery was excellent, but it is a major operation, so my recommendation is to be kind to yourself in the recovery process.
I am sure that you will do well.

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