Foley Catheter Discomfort: How do you walk comfortably?

@cent66
My dad used a Foley but switched to a comdom cath due to irritation of the tip inside the bladder. He was paralyzed.
If you can prevent urine coming out catheterization several times a day would be another option. Also, have you considered a
Suprapubic catheter?
It's inserted through your abdomen directly into the bladder. Have you contacted Foley customer service?
Best of luck,
Jake

Thanks for comments. Doc says Foley is temp while we schedule tests in about a month. I'll contact Foley directly...might be some help.

You could ask about self-catherezation. It sounds bad but I chose to do it for about six weeks rather than. having a Foley catheter and and it was fairly easy and much better than having a bag, etc. Depending on how much urine you have, you have to do it about 4-6 times a day. For me, most of the cost was covered by insurance.

Dont think I could do a self. Can't imagine the pain/discomfort. Thank you for the comments.

I understand but in reality there is no real pain, just uncomfortable feeling. It is lubricated and slips in fairly easily. Way better than suffering with having it in 24/7 and having to deal with the bag and all the tubes. Either way, hope it all works out for you.

Thanks again..

The condom cath is really a very good idea since your situation is short term. Bad enough needing a catheter but having pain too is not good. I was a public health nurse back in the 1980’s and we recommended these instead of indwelling catheter if you’re mobile. It’s just like a condom but has an opening with an attached tube that connects to a leg bag. Try it, it can’t hurt.

I wonder if anyone has the sensation of "peeping" whilst wearing the foley. At times it seems I need to run to the bathroom because of the sensation....takes a bit of time getting used to this sensation....almost like pressure,etc. Slowly goes away..... Just can't seem to find the right fit for the foley on the leg bag, I know the tube must be above the bag, but I sound like the ultimate cry baby....just cant seem to walk without the tube moving and causing a problem....difficult to get comfortable ....just a terrible time for at least 3 weeks.

I recommend tying the catheter down to your thigh as securely as possible. Empty the day bag as often as possible so it doesn’t pull. Wear loose clothing. Walk slowly and not too far. Take Tylenol to deaden any senses. Keep the tip clean.

Thank you