Posted by Mark L on 21/9/2012, 10:04 pm, in reply to "coloplast - speedicath"
I was worried about my stag night and honeymoon to the US, so I went down this route. Andrew gave me some advice on a workshop I attended.
I went to see my GP first, who hadnt heard of the problem. I explained it to him, and told him about the UKPT. He agreed that it was a good idea, and reffered me to the urology department at the hospital (my appointment took a few weeks I think).
I had to provide a urine sample when I arrived (I said that may be difficult!!) and was told to just 'try'. I managed, then had a chat with the urologist who also had never heard of Paruresis. I explained the same to him. He also agreed that a self cath was the way forward.
A few weeks later, I had an appointment with a practice nurse back at the hospital, who took me to the loo and showed me how to self cath there and then. She gave me about 5 for free to take home.
I have to say that they have been an absolute life saver. You can carry couple in each pocket easily, and use them when ever/where ever. Knowing you have a 100% garunteed means of going often reduces the anxiety enough as to not actually need them!
When I ran out, I went back to the GP to ask for some more. He wanted to know which ones I had but I couldnt remember, so contacted the hospital but again they wernt sure. I was advised which would be best, and got a box of about 50 on perscription.
Iv used them loads, and never had any trouble or infections afterwards. The only negative is there is moderate discomfort when its being inserted/taken out, but a small price to pay and you do get used to it.
If at any point, the GP, urologist or nurse express signs of doubt or refusal, simply ask them: When im 1000's of feet in the air on a plane and unable to urinate naturally, what am I supposed to do?!
Remember its YOUR choice, and your right. You just need to make them aware of the seriousness of this problem and insist that you obtain catheters.
There are other sited where I beleive people from here have used to gain free samples, but couldnt tell you where so keep searching. If you have no luck and are desperate, hell I sent you some of mine!!
Cheers,
Mark486
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