Taking certain measures can help reduce your risk of getting an infection. However, always speak to your healthcare professional or continence nurse when dealing with a UTI.

We have put together some simple tips designed to help reduce your risk of getting a UTI when cathing:

• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after your cathing routine. Download our simple hand washing guide here.
• Clean your genital area using an antiseptic wipe. Pay attention to the entrance to the urethra
• Touch the catheter as little as possible. Preferably not touching it at all.
• Use the handling sleeve in your catheter pack to control the catheter, minimising your contact with your catheter
• Avoid using fragranced soaps and washing solutions
• Drink plenty of clear fluid, ideally water
• Avoid wearing underwear and trousers that are too tight around the genital area
• Empty your bladder after intercourse