22 replies to this topic

[benok]

Need some advise to people who use condom caths:

Are there some ways to use in order to secure and avoid spilling and leaking all over one's trousers and boxers/underwears.? Any advise will help. Thanks

[Gary Anderson]

Not sure what my secret is. I have a cauda equina injury which is the nerves that come out the bottom of the cord just about where your tail would be were you a monkey! I have near perfect control of my B/B, however, use condom catheters for "extra security."

Can honestly say that in 18 years I have never suffered from "leaks." Perhaps a word with your urologist would help as it may be due to your level you require a more secure form of catheter.

[In The Wind]

Toss the underwear. It just adds another layer that might kink your plumbing…

Use a good skin barrier. Allow it to fully dry before putting the condom on and if you can, work up at least a semi-erection before putting the condom on, I understand that some will not be able to do this.

Then make sure that the connection to the leg bag is not kinked or that the flapper in the bag is not folded.

I’ve blown off many a condom so I’ve been there. Good luck!

[bgarber]

I've used condom catheters for 19 yrs & being quite active have had plenty of blowouts. Using a Posey sheath holder (soft foam strap w/ elastic & velcro) over the cath gives some additional staying power and can help the adhesive hold better. Using a good skin prep/adhesive remover gives the adhesive a better stick.

I agree with Wind- lose the underwear it's just another thing to get in the way.
Good Luck!!

[dancin' johnny]

I used to do a bit of plumbing in my old job and it's very similar. I find its all about flow, vaccum, head of water and constantly checking.

Even so I occasionaly have a leaky joint.

Down with pants, you need access to your tackle and they are one more thing to thrash about on the bed in the morning trying to get on.

I sometimes use glue, and a travel hairdryer when I am applying a condom.

Did I mention checking lots?

Edited by dancin' johnny, 04 August 2006 - 01:35 AM.

[Gary Anderson]

'Fraid I canot "ditch the undies." If I did I would constantly be putting trousers, etc, into the w/machine. Perhaps since you lot are "High" injuries it is necessary, however, mine's was a low one therefore the undies are not a problem. In fact, for me, they hold everything in place.

[benok]

I never thought we could use adhesives around the cath. Guys, is this similar to the barrier wipes used for ostomy patients?

Whenever I have my condom cath and then there are occasions when I have erections, as soon as the penis goes back to normal then I find myself leaking and wet. I dont want to wear diapers just for condom caths.

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In fact, for me, they hold everything in place.

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Although diapers would also give a hold to everything in place.

Sorry for the question: How long are condom caths in place? is it 24/7

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Using a Posey sheath holder (soft foam strap w/ elastic & velcro) over the cath gives some additional staying power and can help the adhesive hold better.

bgarber: anyway you can share a sheath holder, did you devise it on your own?

Guys, is'nt it uncomfortable wearing no boxers? Would it be more "dangerous" that if you have leaks you will be more prone to get wet because there is no underwear?

sorry to many questions

[bgarber]

benok, on Aug 5 2006, 04:33 AM, said:

I never thought we could use adhesives around the cath. Guys, is this similar to the barrier wipes used for ostomy patients?

Whenever I have my condom cath and then there are occasions when I have erections, as soon as the penis goes back to normal then I find myself leaking and wet. I dont want to wear diapers just for condom caths.

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In fact, for me, they hold everything in place.

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Although diapers would also give a hold to everything in place.

Sorry for the question: How long are condom caths in place? is it 24/7

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Using a Posey sheath holder (soft foam strap w/ elastic & velcro) over the cath gives some additional staying power and can help the adhesive hold better.

bgarber: anyway you can share a sheath holder, did you devise it on your own?

Guys, is'nt it uncomfortable wearing no boxers? Would it be more "dangerous" that if you have leaks you will be more prone to get wet because there is no underwear?

sorry to many questions

[Boozyuzi]

I used to go "commando" to avoid problems but I now wear boxers. Just make sure you get the stretchy "calvin klein" type. You can get them from Next in the UK - pretty cheap.

Allways check your equipment when you get out and in the car.

[Shetlander]

Boozyuzi, on Aug 7 2006, 11:58 PM, said:

I used to go "commando" to avoid problems but I now wear boxers. Just make sure you get the stretchy "calvin klein" type. You can get them from Next in the UK - pretty cheap.

Allways check your equipment when you get out and in the car.

good call, I always check myself too in and out of the car, I use Peri-prep wipes then convateen urihisive strips, then Kendall texas cath, with 2 foam strips around the outside sheath, its worked wonders for me over the last 6 years, been trying combos for the last 15 years, only leaks if your leg bag is too full

[Boozyuzi]

I use a Manfred Sauer 1.3 litre bendi bag so its hard to fill even on the "heaviest" night out.

[benok]

1. what to use to "lengthen" the line from the condom catheter to the leg bag?

2. how do you manage to tame erections when you have the condom catheter on?

[rdtoot]

I've used several diffrent kinds being as they use diffrent kinds in rehabs, hospitals and such and I found a brand that I've never had any leaks or problems with at all. So everytime I went in the hospital or whatever I'd take my own so I'd know I didn't get any leaks.. There called Clear Advantage condom catheters. They already have an adhesive on them that works great. No other glues or straps or anything like that to put on. Just put it on the head of your penis, roll it down the shaft and sqeeze it a lkil for the adhesive to get a grip.

I used them for 9yrs before I got a super pubic cathiter and the whole time I only had maybe 3 instances of leakage. There 10X better than any others I've ever tryed

[benok]

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They already have an adhesive on them that works great. No other glues or straps or anything like that to put on. Just put it on the head of your penis, roll it down the shaft and sqeeze it a lkil for the adhesive to get a grip.

hello rdtoot: how long is the wear time of the condom catheter till you change with a new one? Where is the clear advantage manufactured? Thanks

[Irenec]

In The Wind, on Aug 3 2006, 02:58 PM, said:

Toss the underwear. It just adds another layer that might kink your plumbing…

Use a good skin barrier. Allow it to fully dry before putting the condom on and if you can, work up at least a semi-erection before putting the condom on, I understand that some will not be able to do this.

Then make sure that the connection to the leg bag is not kinked or that the flapper in the bag is not folded.

I’ve blown off many a condom so I’ve been there. Good luck!

Which brand of skin barrier do you use?
Irenec

[Irenec]

In The Wind, on Aug 3 2006, 02:58 PM, said:

Toss the underwear. It just adds another layer that might kink your plumbing…

Use a good skin barrier. Allow it to fully dry before putting the condom on and if you can, work up at least a semi-erection before putting the condom on, I understand that some will not be able to do this.

Then make sure that the connection to the leg bag is not kinked or that the flapper in the bag is not folded.

I’ve blown off many a condom so I’ve been there. Good luck!

Which brand of skin barrier cream do you use?
Irenec

[Gary Anderson]

I can only add what I have already said. I have used this type of cath for 18 years with no problems. Like most of the other posters, I "check" myself regularly.

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Guys, is'nt it uncomfortable wearing no boxers? Would it be more "dangerous" that if you have leaks you will be more prone to get wet because there is no underwear?

Without being rude to anyone perhaps the above quote is an explanation fo why folk keep asking me why there is no "smell" from me like with "most other disabled folk." The thougth of having a "leak" into my trousers with no boxers on fills me with absolute horror. All I can say is your trousers must be in one helluva mess. Just my opinion. With the correct circumference, trimmed hair and regular checks there is no reason to have a "leak" with a condom catheter the only "leak" will be into the bag!

Unless, of course, like some I know, the bas is not being emptied regularly!

[rdtoot]

benok, on Aug 29 2006, 04:28 AM, said:

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They already have an adhesive on them that works great. No other glues or straps or anything like that to put on. Just put it on the head of your penis, roll it down the shaft and sqeeze it a lkil for the adhesive to get a grip.

hello rdtoot: how long is the wear time of the condom catheter till you change with a new one? Where is the clear advantage manufactured? Thanks

I usually just changed them once a day after a shower, So 24 hours on a normal day.

on the package it say's
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Clear Advantage

Silicone, Self-Adhering male external catheter

Manufactured in USA by Mentor
Minneapolis, MN 55411

For customer service or return product please call 1 (800) 328-3863
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Hopefully that will help you find out where you can get some.

Edited by rdtoot, 02 September 2006 - 02:06 AM.

[coolparaguy]

I've tried many different kind of condom cath before I siwtched to intermitent cathether and Detrol LA meds. The Detrol keeps my bladder from leaking and I only have to cath myself every 4-5 hours. The condom cath thing was a mess as I would have leaks all the time. However, one type of condom cath that I found worked really good (because of their super sticky ahesive) is Rochester Medical Wide band silicone cathether.

http://www.allegrome...and-192392.html


I tried Clear Advantage condom cath posted above and it didn't work for me either. The Wide band cath, when it goes on, it stays on. That's what its designed for. As I said, I dont use it anymore so I have whole bunch of them laying around and if you want a few to try out, just PM me. You need to pay for the shipping costs though. I understand how it feels to have your condom cath falls off and get yourself all wet. I've been there.

Edited by coolparaguy, 09 September 2006 - 06:12 PM.

[benok]

Just a quick question for those who use condom caths: Given that you can void with the fact that you have a condom cath, how often do you still use ICT?

How is your battle with UTI's in case you do not use ICT?

Thanks in advance

[milosh]

manfred sauer and ultraflex working well for me so far. leaked only once. but was my fault.

[john S.]

benok, on May 17 2007, 07:56 PM, said:

Just a quick question for those who use condom caths: Given that you can void with the fact that you have a condom cath, how often do you still use ICT?

How is your battle with UTI's in case you do not use ICT?

Thanks in advance

After 32 years I finally get to say something concerning this. No! I do not intermittant cath. I credae. You tap on your bladder untill you void. then you do it again and even again. I can guess when I'm empty. I rarely get a UTI that my system cant deal with. When I do I use a test strip I buy online to analyze the urine. no waiting on lab reports. Most of my infections are destroyed by my own immune system. In some cases I take bactrim DS or Cipro depending on test results. I've had one infection in 14 years.

A tip: when attaching your condom to your legbag, use a large ball type syring and force water through into the bag. Then attach the condomto the legbag. this blows the anti-reflux valve in the bag open and creates a vacuum to draw the urine into the bag. Get a condom with adhesive.

best of luck,
john