I think the best thing is after the catheter is removed do your Kegel exercises but take it easy with those as well. I’ve been noticing a little lump near my groin area. It seems when I walk too much or do too much they appeared, but when I rest and took it easy, they disappeared. I’ve had hernia operations already in the past so I am just discussing it with my team and doing what they suggest. I’m two weeks after surgery. I think I over walked yesterday, because this morning I feel a little lump and irritation so I’m gonna take it easy. My suggestion is to do what others have mentioned in this chat, which is follow your doctors instructions. Just take it easy. What’s the rush?