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Other Than Catheterization, How Else Can Incomplete Emptying Of Bladder Leading To Frequent Infections Be Treated?

I have trouble with my bladder emptying. I do not usually get through a 4-month period without having an infection. Over the last 4 months I have taken antibiotics three different times. My urologist is telling me that I am going to have to learn to catherize myself. I do not want to do that if there are any other solutions. He says the muscles in my bladder are so weak that they will not empty. About a year and a half ago, I had such a severe infection that I spent 5 days in the hospital. I do not want a repeat of that, but is there any other solution? I am 72 years old and gave birth to 6 children. I am not overweight. I had a hysterectomy when I was 31.
Wed, 29 Jan 2014
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I can really appreciate your concern, the catheterization will increase the chances of infection and it is not advisable, instead total eradication of infection is required and for that you have to go for urine culture sensitivity test, this will help a lot, you have to cut down the water intake, bladder training is also good for you, take care and have nice day.
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Other Than Catheterization, How Else Can Incomplete Emptying Of Bladder Leading To Frequent Infections Be Treated?

HI Thank for asking to HCM I can really appreciate your concern, the catheterization will increase the chances of infection and it is not advisable, instead total eradication of infection is required and for that you have to go for urine culture sensitivity test, this will help a lot, you have to cut down the water intake, bladder training is also good for you, take care and have nice day.