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Posted on Wed, 7 Oct 2015

Question: I've had a catheter for two days now. my urine is pink looking. I see little specks of blood in the bag as well. is this normal

Answered by Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (37 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Normal color change after catheterisation.

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX and welcome to HCM.
As an Urologist, i can assure you, there's nothing to worry in the pinkish urine seen.
After cathereisation, by third to fourth day, most people have a mild inflammation and certain changes inside the bladder, which's quite normal.
This inflammation leads to the color changes you're seeing.
Your kidney function and an ultrasound scan of abdomen will be done by the doctor.
Your blood sugar and a coagulation profile may be done ,if blood with clots are seen.
Drink 10-12 gasses fluids daily.
Get well soon.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (4 minutes later)

Ok thanks doc

Answered by Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
you're welcome.

Detailed Answer:
Hi again.
You're welcome.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (34 hours later)

can you drive with a catheter In place

Answered by Dr. Matthew J. Mangat (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
people go to jog and cycle with a catheter.

Detailed Answer:
Hi again.
Yes, you can jog with a catheter tucked into your track suit.
Exercise isn't a restriction, unless your doctor says so.
Driving is not all a strain.
So many go to work with it.
Get well soon.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D