What You Need to Know About a Catheter Bag
If you’ve been scheduled for surgery or you have a medical condition in which your doctor tells you that you’ll need to wear a catheter bag, you may be a bit worried at first. After all, it’s not exactly something that sounds fun and exciting.
The truth is that it’s not that big of a deal, and many people use them every day for various reasons without any problems. The best way to get over your fears is to talk to your doctor. He’s likely heard many people’s fears and concerns; he’ll likely be able to calm you down. If you’re still concerned, you should have a list of questions ready to ask your doctor about the catheter bag, and what it will be like. (more…)