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Prostate and Catheta problems (part 1)

bryan777123

Hello. I am bryan777123, age 73. I will keep this article as concise as possible. Now that I am one year into my situation. JUST over a year ago, I began to have serious and painful problems not being able to "pee" even though I was desperate to go, but couldn't. My GP sent me to the hospital for a water test. On the day, I had to drink 2 litres of water before I arrived. After two 'agonising' and frustrating hours, the nurse was surprised I couldn't manage to pee into a measuring jug. There was no mention of any prostate concerns. I was sent up to Ward 18 that deals with urology and urinary problems. (Please read Part 2)

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(continued from part 1)

So I spent another hour in the waiting room of Ward 18 (Urology). A nurse said that the result of my "water test" was that I had 1200 ml of fluid in body and after inserting a catheta up my penis !!! (total shock and discomfort), they managed to release about 300 ml of urine. Following a sound scan, it was realised that I had developed a 2nd bladder, linked to my existing bladder (a sort of hernia type of effect). Without wanting to alarm any readers, pushing a 16 inch catheta tube up my penis (without much warning!) came as a very sensitive and excruciating shock.

All the urine was then flushed through the catheta at least twice to rid the bladder of debris and 500ml of excess fluid. It was bad enough having a catheta shoved up a the inside of the penis once, but after the third attempt I was climbing the walls and ceiling. This was just the beginning of my dilemmas, and still no meting of prostate problems or the need to have various cathetas fitted. (Now read part 3, tomorrow)

bryan777123

(Continued from part 2)

A quick recap. One year ago, I arrived for an appointment at hospital for a Water Test. I thought it was a simple pass water into a measuring jug, wait for result and back home within the hour. The shock was about to dawn. Cos it was a nice day, I was only wearing shorts and a Tee shirt.

I was told at 8.0 pm that I was being kept in hospital until a consultant could see me. By 10.00 am, the Dr said I had developed a 2nd bladder. This was caused by the Prostate narrowing so much that urine was being massively restricted. Doctor said that part of the Prostate had to be cut to allow a catheta tube to be used on a permanent basis. Meanwhile a temporary cstheta was to be inserted AGAIN, plusvanother flush - t cathetas inserted in 12 hours! The temporary catheta would be inserted into the penis, then the tube would be filed into a 2 litre bas, strapped to the leg! 12 hours previously, I knew nothing about cathetas or Prostate problems.

bryan777123

A temporary solution for my prostateconstriction was to fit insert a catheta connected by ac"tap" to a long tube to a collection bag and strapped to the leg. This would be visible and (embarrassing).

A few weeks later, back to the hospital for a final solution. This involved removing the existing catheta and to consider having a Pubic Catheta inserted near the belly button and connected to an external collection bag. The alternative, as recommended by the doctor, was to have a self-catheta system. This would involve inserting and removing a catheta tube (through the penis) every time you needed to go to the toilet. Thus would mean inserting the catheta myself at least 4 times a day. I told the consultant that there was no way that I wanted to self-carheterise 4 times every day.

D- Day had arrived back at the hospital, a total of 3 months since I had the water test and having the first of the excruciating cathetas fitted. Following another flush-out to get rid of debris, the nurse showed me how to catheterisation. I dreaded this moment in life, voluntarily pushing a 14" plastic tube through my penis (yet again). I bit the bullet and persevered with self inflicted pain, a necessary evil. Finally, after a few attempts, I got the hang of it, so to speak and was sent home.

The following week at home, I had to contact the District Nurse to help me. There were a couple of blockages caused by debris and constant passing of blood clots following my prostate operation (partly removed to allow enough space for a catheta).

Finally, like many thousands of guys (and females using cathetas) I have got things in hand (!!) and I am in control of my catheta problems and prostate issues. To the many guys who are about to go through this absolute dilemma, persevere because it will be reasonably OK in the end. The permanent solution is that I have to self catheterisation up to 4 times a day . Now I take a man-bag with me when I leave the house for more than a couple of hours. At least it is all discreet and I have my life back (with a little bit of inconvenience).

There Are several types of catheta and several sizes. The hospital will help and advise. Good luck to all. Hope my 4-part drama helps.

Albus_Alumni

Thanks for sharing your epic tale with the community @bryan777123 hopefully it'll help someone in a similar situation.

Just to let you know, I've put all 4 discussions into one discussion now, so it'll be easier for everyone to read. I hope that's ok. 😊