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There are 2 main types of colostomy: a loop colostomy and an end colostomy. The specific technique used will depend on your circumstances. The catheter itself will need to be removed and replaced at least every 3 months. This is usually done by a doctor or nurse, although sometimes it may be possible to teach you or your carer to do it. Male urinary incontinence is more common than you might think. Approximately one in 20 men aged over 18, and one in 10 men aged over 60 have symptoms of incontinence. There are many different causes of incontinence that can affect men of all ages. Common causes include weakness or damage to the muscles in the pelvic floor, problems with the control of bladder muscles, neurological conditions that affect the voluntary release of urine, an enlarged prostate gland, a urinary tract infection and type 2 diabetes. Medical News Today has strict sourcing guidelines and draws only from peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical journals and associations. We avoid using tertiary references. We link primary sources — including studies, scientific references, and statistics — within each article and also list them in the resources section at the bottom of our articles. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy.

There is no reason why you shouldn't drink alcohol. But bear in mind that the more liquid you drink, the more urine you will pass. So you might have to get up more frequently in the night. A colostomy is an operation to divert 1 end of the colon (part of the bowel) through an opening in the tummy.You might have practical worries about the urostomy bag leaking or being noticeable. Or about your new bladder leaking. This can make you feel embarrassed and anxious. So you may not want to be far from your home or toilets. This will include advice about getting new catheter supplies, reducing the risk of complications such as infections, spotting signs of potential problems, and when you should get medical advice.

Indwelling catheters typically drain into a collection bag. A person can strap the bag to the inner thigh or attach it to a stand in a position lower than the bladder. It will take a bit of practice to familiarise yourself with changing the sheath and collecting bag. However, most men soon find that it fits easily into their daily routine. How often should I change the sheath? to allow you to urinate if you have bladder weakness or nerve damage that affects your ability to pee A urinary catheter is a flexible tube used to empty the bladder and collect urine in a drainage bag.The charity Bladder and Bowel Community has more information on indwelling catheters. Preventing infections and other complications You should empty the bag before it's completely full (around half to three-quarters full). Valves should be used to drain urine at regular intervals throughout the day to prevent urine building up in the bladder.

Many people who use a catheter are concerned about the effect that it may have on their sex life. Generally, however, people with an intermittent or suprapubic catheter can have sex as normal. Those with a urethral catheter may find sex more difficult, but it is still possible.Gray, M., Skinner, C., & Kaler, W. (2016, May 13). External collection devices as an alternative to the indwelling urinary catheter: Evidence-based review and expert clinical panel deliberations. Journal of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing, 43(3), 301–307 The main disadvantage of using a catheter is that it can allow certain bacteria to enter the body and cause infection. The charity Bladder and Bowel Community has more information on intermittent self-catheterisation. Indwelling catheters