Hi ,
I posted this in a thread so maybe it got a bit lost as I didnt get a response, so I've made it a new thread to stand out more. It went;

I've decided to "relearn" using a cath for various reasons. I used one 20 years ago due to an impending long haul flight and found the process ok and in fact never had to use one in extremis as it gave me confidence.

But having revisited this, this time I found the catheter stings quite a bit on the way in, and so far I've given up going further down. I wondered if anyone had thoughts on this? My theory is that its the saline solution plus my age, but it certainly doesnt encourage me to relearn this technique again.

Thoughts welcome folks

First thought is that it may be that type of catheter. Worth trying a different sort, or a different manufacturer? What are you using?

Just checking the obvious: you are not using a 20 year old catheter are you? Sorry for asking!

Andrew

Andrew,
I thought I'd replied to this, I think there is some kind of bug on the site or I'm doing something wrong. I certainly logged in, typed a reply and pressed send!!I'll post this and then reply properly when I see its actually been sent!

Hi Ricky,

I’ve put a response on my ISC thread to you. Post here if you can’t find it!

No can’t seem to see it