Whether temporary or long term, at some point or another many people find themselves needing to use a catheter. Catheters are used to help drain the bladder when it doesn’t empty for health-related reasons. The usage of a catheter might sound unusual at first, but it’s quite safe. In fact, catheters have actually been used for more than 3500 years! That being said, there are some things to know about best practices and making sure your experience with a catheter is as seamless as possible. When catheters are being used it is really important to empty and clean the bag …
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The Installation and Use of Catheters for Patients
You may have heard of a medical catheter before. Yet, what is it exactly and how is it used? The website, Biology of Aging, grants readers information for curious minds. We take the ability to urinate for granted, and hardly notice it unless under urgent circumstances. There are various people out there that require a catheter attachment to help them urinate regularly. There could be a number of reasons. One person might need a catheter for overactive bladder, and another has an enlarged prostate gland. However, despite the benefits a catheter can have, it also comes with risks, especially for …
