My prevailing theories are either the leftover debris in my bladder didn't dissolve/get flushed out, or the infection was subdued to near extinction, but not fully wiped out. I'd really like to not need a catheter anymore.
Sorry for all the silence. I’ve been dead exhausted the last several days. Dad is home safe and sound finally, but he’s gotten very lazy since coming home. He mostly sleeps all day everywhere and doesn’t do much. Mom is tired too and having problems with opening the catheter.
Recreational catheter usage
so i am incredibly grateful and happy for the clinic staff here and my doctor who i feel have taken really good care of my thus far. one way or another the stupid catheter is coming out soon and i’m going to get to go home and be with my friends 🙏
i really need this catheter to come out tomorrow. it’s making me so depressed at this point and it’s like… idk, the restricted movement and discomfort makes me feel like my life is just a series of short naps, dilation, and painful cleanup (cause of walking to the shower). not doing great, chat
it will. atm the catheter and soreness make sitting very difficult 😭
I'm quite proud of myself for clearing a catheter blockage this morning by giving myself a gentle bladder wash. I'd have been terrified of all that nine months ago. Let's hope I haven't tempted fate, and that it stays clear for a while, eh? #CatheterChat#FuckCancer
Yikes. I suspect that a catheter will prevent stretches that may help ease pressure. A memory foam seat pad may be helpful though. Hope it clears soon.