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What is involved in self catheterization with a neobladder?
What is involved in self catheterize with a neobladder? Is there discomfort or pain? What resources (supplies) are needed to perform self catheterize. Thanks in advance!
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Good question, @jimelee108. In addition to the helpful response you already got from @moose63, I'm tagging @sepdvm @bajaman @mgb007 @steenrl who can share more about self-catheterization with a neobladder and related supplies, etc.
You may also be interested in this related discussion:
- Experiences with neobladder surgery for bladder cancer
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/bladder-cancer-and-neobladder-surgery/
Jimelee, have you been scheduled for surgery? How are you doing?
Self catheterization is not painful. Just need the catheter and medical examination gloves. I use pre-lubricated Cure Ultra catheters. I have to use catheters that have the coude tip. Doctor can tell you if you need the coude tip by inserting a catheter for you. Strongly recommend pre-lubricated because lubricating is a mess and a pain.