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Can catheter of large size cause urinary incontinence?
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Unlikely: Only if the catheter was inserted for a very long time.
Answered 11/29/2017
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Temporarily: Catheter can cause spasms of bladder causing leakage around the tube. After removed, can cause temporary incontinence from irritation.
Answered 6/14/2021
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Yes: Can dilate the urethra and stretch nerves/ muscle.
Answered 5/31/2021
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