A 70-year-old male asked:
What can be done for penis soreness from cathetor?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Lane Childsanswered
Urology 35 years experience
Hydrate: Good hygiene, change the catheter regularly (q 3-4 weeks minimum) and try a small bad of Bacitracin ointment at the tip of the penis to keep it lubricated and minimize irritation with catheter motion.
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Last updated Jun 24, 2014
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