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A member asked:

If in hospital, can i opt to wear an adult diaper, instead of catheter (i have past uti history with catheters)can this be added to my documents?

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Catheters: You always have the right to refuse any medical treatment. Indwelling urinary catheters are seldom appropriate for urinary incontinence (even when hospitalized) especially in a 26 yr old male.

Answered 11/9/2013

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

UTI: The hospital usually has to chart your imput and output which would be difficult to do in you are wearing a diaper.Hoever, speak to your doctor to see if he would waiver the requirement.

Answered 8/23/2016

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