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Once you pulled the catheter when it is possible to engage in sexual intercourse?

Gene: you Pulled the catheter. How many days can I have sex?

The answer of the doctor-doctor: Hello, Gene! Bladder catheterization – the procedure is extremely common in men with problems with urine outflow. The procedure is complicated, and even when exceptionally well qualified staff there is damage to the delicate mucosa of the urethra. After the catheter has been removed it is necessary to carefully monitor the health of the genitourinary system and prevent infection in the damaged urethra. Therefore, from sex to abstain at least a week. I wish you health.