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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This is a really difficult situation. Your dad is embarrassed and his pride is hurting, to the extent that he does not even want the nurses to assist him. Would he prefer a male nurse, by any chance?

I have the same question as PP because I do not have a medical background. Where does the risk of infection come from if the urine runs down his leg and is he able to clean himself up? Would undergarments (word I use instead of “diapers”) help? Are there any other options besides the catheter?

If I were you I would address this crisis with his physician because I imagine they actually encounter this fairly often. Perhaps they can trouble-shoot this with you (would your dad be open to you going to the appointment with him for a “family meeting” type thing?

I imagine you’ve had a heart-to-heart about your concerns and the risks involved. “Dad, I have to admit that I’m beside myself with worry because I love you so much and don’t want anything bad to happen to you. I totally understand that this situation stinks and you’re very unhappy wearing a catheter. Would you be willing to allow me to attend an appointment with the urologist with you so we can explore your options and figure out how to minimize any risk to your health?”[/quote]

When people say “address this with a physician” I have to just laugh. Doctors are so unhelpful with this kind of thing. [/quote]

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