Medline Three-Way Select Silicone Straight Tip Foley Catheter - 30cc Balloon Capacity

3-Way SelectSilicone Foley Catheters Features

• Symmetrical balloon for added reliability
• Medline Three way Foley Catheter With 30cc Balloon Capacity is a pliable catheter with a firm tip that eases insertion
• Medications or other solutions can be continuously introduced into the bladder
• Large inner drainage lumen - 30% larger than those on latex catheters
• If irrigation is discontinued, a catheter plug may be used to close the lumen

What to buy with 3 Way Foley Catheter

• Medline Catheter Leg Straps
• Medline Leg Bag With Comfort Straps And Twist Valve Drainage Port
• Medline Foley Catheter Insertion Tray

What is Urinary Tract Infection?

Urinary tract infection Causes

• It occurs when bacteria gets into your bladder or kidneys, causing symptoms such as painful urination, more frequent urination, lower abdominal pain or pressure, blood in your urine, or fever
• When a catheter is passed through the urethra, it can pick up bacteria from the skin and push it into the bladder, where it can grow and multiply, especially if the urine remains in the bladder for a prolonged amount of time

Preventive Measures Against Urinary Tract Infection

Although it is very difficult to prevent all urinary tract infections, a large number can be avoided by practicing good preventive measures

• Hand hygiene remains the first and most important preventive measure
• Be diligent about cleaning your hands with soap and water or alcohol-based hand cleaner before and after catheter insertion
• Empty your bladder at least once every six hours
• Drink enough fluids to keep the urine volume between 300-400 ml (about 1-1/2 cups) at each catheterization
• Avoid bubble baths 
• If you develop a fever (temperature over 100 degrees F) and have other symptoms of a urinary tract infection, contact your healthcare provider. Be prepared with information such as your temperature, current symptoms, whether you have any allergies to antibiotics, and which antibiotics have worked well in the past.