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A Few Common Catheter Myths, Busted

By Travis Karlskind June 13, 2017 |

No matter the reason why a catheter is used, there seem to be a lot of misconceptions floating around about these helpful devices. As with anything that people don't fully understand, there are bound to be some myths. To ease some of your anxiety, here are a few of the...

Catheter Blockages: Top Causes and Prevention Tips

By Travis Karlskind June 02, 2017 |

Urinary catheters have been in use for centuries, and they're still quite common, especially during or after hospital stays or surgical procedures. Around 15-25% of all hospitalizations will require foley catheter placements to help urine pass through the bladder. While you may never experience any kind of problem with your...

Can External Catheters Improve Your Quality of Life?

By Travis Karlskind May 15, 2017 |

Let's be honest: Most men shiver at the mere mention of the word catheter, which may remind them of painful surgery or hospital stays.Yet not only is it quite common to have a catheter, but for men with urinary incontinence, this medical equipment can vastly improve quality of life. However,...

A Beginner's Guide to Urinary Catheter Bladders

By Travis Karlskind May 11, 2017 |

Normally, the word balloon brings to mind the idea of birthday parties or childhood memories of chain restaurant waiting rooms. But for someone who relies on a catheter and other urological supplies to improve their quality of life, the word balloon can have a slightly different meaning.But for all the...

Urinary Drainage and Leg Bag Care: What You Need to Know

By Cassandra Tezeno April 13, 2017 |

If you've recently gotten a urinary catheter, it may take a little while to adjust to going about your daily activities with this new addition. But while your catheter leg bag extension tubing may take some getting used to, it will undoubtedly improve your quality of life. That being said,...

Tips For First-Time External Male Catheter Users

By Cassandra Tezeno April 11, 2017 |

Urinary incontinence is a common condition, especially for seniors of a certain age. The likelihood of this condition increases as you get older: around 14% of individuals aged 65 to 69 have urinary incontinence, while 45% of those over age 85 do. For many men who experience incontinence, an external...

3 Common Catheter Issues and How to Fix Them

By Cassandra Tezeno March 20, 2017 |

While urinary catheters can immensely improve your quality of life, they are not without their issues. Even if you're experienced in dealing with catheters, drain tubes, and urinary drain bags, you will likely run into at least a small catheter-related problem at some point. Some problems can be resolved quite...

Diabetic Bladder Issues: What You Need to Know

By Travis Karlskind March 16, 2017 |

If you've been diagnosed with diabetes, you'll likely know how important it is for you to keep a watchful eye on your health. This condition can lead to numerous other medical problems, and many of them aren't easy to spot. Although bladder issues are quite common among those with diabetes,...

The Top 3 Reasons Why it Pays to Buy Urological Supplies Online

By JP Monteverde February 17, 2017 |

Though urinary continence is often associated with age, the truth is that anyone -- regardless of age -- can experience this all too common medical condition. While it's true that the chances of developing urinary incontinence increase with age, from 14% of those ages 65-69 to 45% in those 85...

5 of the Most Frequently Asked Questions About Catheters, Answered

By JP Monteverde February 10, 2017 |

It's no secret that incontinence plagues countless people around the world. Fortunately, catheters are a solution that many people can turn to in the event that this happens. Catheters have been used for more than 3,500 years to drain the bladder if it fails to empty, and they're still used...

Fact or Fiction?: Living With Catheters

By JP Monteverde January 26, 2017 |

When you have a urinary catheter, you may think that your life will be much more complicated. Although it will take some getting used to, your quality of life will certainly improve due to your catheter, and you won't be nearly as limited as you think. There are a lot...

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: What You Need to Know

By JP Monteverde January 20, 2017 |

There are countless medical conditions that may require the use of intermittent catheters. One of those conditions is benign prostatic hyperplasia. Also referred to as BPH, this condition is common in men over 60 years old and refers to the occurrence of an enlarged, non-cancerous prostate gland. Although not all...