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Flushing of suprapubic catheter

Posted by lon7 @lon7, Nov 1, 2023

When the doctor replaced my suprapubic catheter at one month he advised me he would be performing a flushing of the bladder to avoid collection of small particles which could lead to bladder stones. He inserted a syringe into the new catheter and forced a saline solution into my bladder. There was an immediate severe burning pain that lasted for several minutes. Has anyone else had this problem? The doctor advised me to flush at least once a week to prevent bladder stones. Does anyone else flush on a regular basis? Do you have pain when you do? Can I hope that flushing will become routine and devoid of pain?

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fbt217 | @fbt217 | Nov 28, 2023
In reply to @lon7 "After two months I am gradually adapting to the suprapubic catheter using a leg bag. So..." + (show)
@lon7

After two months I am gradually adapting to the suprapubic catheter using a leg bag. So far it has worked well. Based on your experience and other information I have read, I am anxious to attempt using a cap on an 8.5 inch catheter and only flush once a month when the catheter is changed. I have ordered two different caps for comparison before I select the one that works for me. I have ordered a Ugo valve and a Lifevv valve. Which valve do you use? Also how do you secure the catheter to your body? Thank you for your assistance.

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I don't use a valve at all, just the catheter plug. I pinch the catheter tube before removing the plug and urinating normally.
When Bard made a female length 18 French catheter there was no need to attach it anywhere. Now that I have to use a 17 inch catheter I have to loop it. I use a Velcro cable tie to secure the loop.
I wear button front boxers and bring the catheter through the fly. When I have to drain my bladder I do it the same way I did before I had the SP catheter.
If you can find an 8.5 inch 18 French catheter, let me know. I haven't been able to get them since Bard discontinued them last Spring.

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