How do members experience Intermittent catheterization?

Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness

Purpose Patients Evaluations Perceived Effectiveness
Neurogenic bladder 117 19
Bladder problems 6 0
Urinary retention 4 2
Bladder diverticulum 1 0
Difficulty urinating (dysuria) 1 0

Common side effects

Side effect Patients Percentage
Bladder spasms 2
Urethral discomfort 2
Urinary tract infection 2
Burning sensation 1
Pain 1
Stinging pain 1

Side effect severity

Side effects as an overall problem
Severity Evaluations Percentage
Severe 1
Moderate 6
Mild 6
None 10