After a difficult surgery, many people end up with a catheter to help them get rid of waste from their bladder regularly. This is usually because people who have just had surgery have extremely limited ability to move around easily. It can be a real challenge getting to the bathroom so a catheter may be the best way to ensure that your bladder stays empty.

Of course, such a device with its painful catheter and unsavory urinary drainage bags may not always be necessary. Before a man is given a catheter it is a good idea to try some other methods first. Since men can easily urinate while sitting up it can be a lot easier for them to go into some other type of device saving the trouble and complication of using a catheter instead.

Since catheters can be dangerous and can cause a lot of pain and potential infection, it is always good to look into options before deciding to go with this. Many doctors will insist on catheters, but this doesn’t mean it is the very best option for everyone. Make sure you do research before surgery so that you know what is truly best for you.