There’s always a measure of uncertainty when you visit the doctor. You put your fate in someone else’s hands and might feel vulnerable, especially if the topic is a bit embarrassing. We asked catheter users how they experience living with urinary issues and frequent doctor visits.
Topics: Catheterisation, Women's Health, Bladder Management, Self-catheterisation, Men's Health
Sustaining a spinal cord injury could be catastrophic, yet Montserrat Clotet's lust for life and positivity are obvious upon meeting her. In this short documentary, Montse gives us an insight into how she gets the most out of each day.
Topics: SCi, Spinal Cord Injury, Self-catheterisation, Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
To be born with Spina Bifida is to be used to the obstacles the condition presents – nevertheless, you do get tired of them from time to time. We met Ida Rönnblad – sociable, positive and a passionate bird-watcher. Over a cup of coffee we discussed what freedom and dignity means to her.
Topics: Women's Health, spina bifida, Urology, Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Wellspect's highly experienced Nurses offer care to hundreds of people every year. Now in their own words, the nursing team share more detail about what they do and why they are always committed to making the best choice for their patients.
Read about 17-year old Evie and her take on the myths surrounding urological problems and catheterisation.
No one expects a young girl to use catheters. Instead we think of older people, perhaps in hospital or care homes that don't have full bladder control. Yet it is estimated that 1 in 2 of us will be affected by a urological condition in our lifetime. It just isn't always spoken about!
Topics: Sex and Love, Catheterisation, Women's Health, Lifestyle, Sports, Self-catheterisation
