
Pt Has A Foley--yellow Discharge Noted Daily From Penis--pt Is

possible infection below foreskin or glans.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to Ask A Doctor services.
I have read your query and here is my advise.
* As per my surgical experience, the yellow discharge from penis in a person with foley
catheter can be from infection below foreskin or glans which can be possible without
fever.
Kindly provide me further details so that I can answer your query completely.
1. Is urine drained in urine bag is clear and does not contain any suspicious discharge ?
2. Discharge from penis is draining outside the catheter from tip of penis ?
Any noticeable redness at tip of penis ?
3. When the catheter was changed at last ?
4. Any history of systemic illness as diabetes or else ?
Awaiting for your response.
Regards.
Dr Bhagyesh ( MS consultant surgeon )


general nursing care plays vital part of recovery.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for the details.
* With the further information, it is seemingly smegma material causing white discharge
per urethra most likely.
My guidelines for better recovery
- Daily retraction of foreskin with cleansing by antiseptic liquid thoroughly 2 times a day
to avoid smegma collection and discharge.
- Maintain hydration with plenty of liquids.
- Control of blood sugar to prevent secondary bacterial infection.
- Polymycin cream application 3-4 times a day to cover possible skin bugs.
* Follow up after 2 days or early as per the need.
Wish him best health ahead.
Regards.

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