Just had dd1 by emergency c section two days ago after slowly progressing labour for three days. Had the standard catheter in for 12 hours, they removed it later than expected (after about 15 hours) but i havent been able to wee. They emptied my bladder last night and have put the catheter in again to retry later this afternoon.
I am terrified i will not be able to wee again, can anyone offer any advice? I really want to go home but they wont let me until i can wee by myself.
Was in hospital with retentive bladder following a kidney infection last summer, but when they allowed me home i was able to wee again in the comfort of my own surroundings. Worried this time may be permanent tho!
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Bladder Retention 48hrs after delivery - still in hospital, some good news needed!
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dennant · 31/07/2014 07:26
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NotAnotherPackedLunchBox ·
31/07/2014 08:29
I had this both times.
The first time it took 5 days for me to be able to pee again well enough to be allowed to leave hospital and the second time it only took 2 days. The second time I brought a book with me so I could sit on the loo and not think about needing to pee so was more relaxed. Peeing was a struggle for a few weeks after each birth.
On the plus side I've never had an accident with random peeing even on a trampoline.
Congratulations on the arrival of DD1 and I hope you get home soon.
NotAnotherPackedLunchBox ·
01/08/2014 09:50
That's good news dennant.
Hope you're now home and enjoying your lovely new DD.
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