How do members experience Self Catheterization?

Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness

Purpose Patients Evaluations Perceived Effectiveness
Bladder problems 72 13
Urinary retention 44 17
Multiple sclerosis 5 0
Neurogenic bladder 3 1
Frequent urination 2 1

Common side effects

Side effect Patients Percentage
Blood in urine (hematuria) 4
Urinary tract infection 3
Uncomfortable 2
Pain 1
Prostatitis 1
Urethral discomfort 1

Side effect severity

Side effects as an overall problem
Severity Evaluations Percentage
Severe 2
Moderate 6
Mild 11
None 17

Member evaluations

cureseeker

evaluated on Aug 18, 2008

  • Perceived effectiveness for bladder problems: Major
  • Side effects: None