Well, time for an update on my problems, I suppose.
The retention I have, and the usual reluctance of the bladder to empty at all unless it is very full/. I ended up with the urologist ruling out anything to try and get it flowing again properly as, he said, it doesn't usually work. So I am am doing intermittent catheterisation 4 times a day and staying dry all day - a boon as I don't have sensation 'down there' due to MS. However night time is another thing altogether.
I have been trying drugs to attempt to stay dry overnight - I'm on Vesicare 10mg daily for this but,really, it only gives me a dry mouth. I still leak overnight unless I don't drink anything after 1800hrs and then I can't sleep as I'm thirsty! Of course the bowels are well blocked up as well due to the drug. What with taking things to get the bowels going, I have replaced my sheath (external catheter) and drainage bag with a nappy (diaper) - actually a Tena Slip Maxi - and this now manages the overnight leaks and any possible bowel output too.
I'm thinking of dropping the Vesicare as it really isn't helping and seeing how things go without it. I'll probably be wetter at night but at least the bowels will work better! I've a doctor's appointment on Monday so I'll see what he says....
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