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Inactive bladder with NO elasticity remaining

Kidney & Bladder | Last Active: May 14 10:24am | Replies (28)
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@brightwood

Thanks very much for sharing your experience. I have no indication of your gender, but I’m not sure I could accurately identify my fairly well-hidden urethral opening. I find myself wondering if it isn’t easier for males because of the more obvious anatomical access. Any observations from other women will be greatly appreciated. I’m currently satisfied with my ability to empty using a combo of ( diminishing) muscle control, gravity and positioning my upper body and torso to apply natural pressure to the bladder area. I’ve also started doing Kegels every day, which should help?

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unvecchiouomo | @unvecchiouomo | Nov 30, 2023

Thanks so much for your response, and you guessed it, my gender is male. So I have no idea about the self cathing process/experience for a woman (as well as the frequency/number of females compared to males that are required to self cath).
I would say that any measures available to you that can prolong your ability to empty your bladder using the "tools" that you were born with is a win-win. And it sounds like you are doing all the right things (especially exercise/Kegels) to facilitate your ability to empty your bladder in a natural manner. I too would be interested in hearing how mandatory self cathing is dealt with by women, given the differences in our anatomy.
Unfortunately, there are no exercises that can be done (I'm assuming both genders) to strengthen the bladder once it has lost its ability to function (lord knows I've asked/researched).

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