Safety tips

Thanks for all the responses. The Fedex hold at the their office is a great idea and i plan on using it shortly.

Sterile, standard catheters only. Want some infection??? See youtube clips how to do it. Some sterile gloves, lubes, novocain gel or benzokain, one sterile syringe,few sterile gauze sterile water(for injection solution)something for disinfection (alcohol 70% or povidone iodine- works fantastic)all that in local drug store...costs less than catheter tray set.

As for irritation and different types of catheters, i have heard "hydrophylic" catheters are specifically designed to minimize trauma and what not to the urethral lining. I havnt given it a shot but i have been eyeing the Bard Lubricath foley catheter for this very reason. Otherwise an inflammed urethra with burning urination deters me from fufilling my interest.

The major reason for irritation for men from a foley catheter is that the catheter is too small. This is not intuitive, but it is the case. A properly fit cath is less irritating. Most men can start with an 18 or 20 ga. cath.

Speed

Is it safe to put anything in my urethra? i am wanting to add some more stimulation to my masturbation, but i am afraid of hurting something or causing an infection. whats the best way to incorporate urethral play?

Do a proper search on this subject. urethral play require sterile conditions and know-how. Ideally it will not be easy to self catheter or sound. risks of injury are some and of infection big! play safe

Sweetie,

I have to endorse everything that MissStress and amaral have said. Urethral play is not something that you should plunge into, if you'll pardon the pun. To do it safely and enjoyably takes some self-education. I strongly suggest that you invest some time learning how to do self-catherization. There are some good educational videos on female catheterization on YouTube, and probably some other sites as well. A little study of the anatomy and physiology involved wouldn't be amiss either.

Above all, do it safely, using aseptic technique. When you get ready to try it, make sure that you purchase a sterile catheter insertion tray. Doing it right the first time can lead to many future adventures in urethral play. Doing it wrong can lead to a UTI which is enough to put anyone off!

Play On!

LadyDoc

Is it possible to tear a urethral passage from over stretching?

YES, sure it is, depending on what your sounding with... your probally not going to have this problem with a catheter. but a metal sound may cause a problem... I would suggest sticking to your limits and just enjoy the sensation.

I would be extremely careful with any urethral play due to the possibility of infection or injury. Go slowly and know what you are doing.

I know this sounds kind of wierd, but I would like to try sounding, but afraid of the pain. Can anyone help with the insertion and what about the sound getting too far in?

A three inch pennis? Seems quite small. Not working in the medical field I supose it's posible. I once tried sound play it got a little bloody so I vowed to never try it again. Wasn't painful and I used lots of steril lube.

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. . . . According to an old anatomy text I read, the average male has about a 24 FR meatus and the rest of the urethra is about 30 Fr. This varies of course, so man who has an 8 inch penis might be bigger all over, compared to a man who has a 3 inch penis.

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That old text book is WRONG.

The average man does not have a 24 Fr urethra at the meatus and the rest of the urethra is certainly NOT 30 Fr. Getting to that size requires some practice and stretching/dilation.

Many old medical books are suspect and incorrect.

Finally, the length of the penis does NOT necessarily correlate with urethral caliber.

Dangereous procedure. Still the use of sterile catheter may uretral germs of distal urethra be push into upper parts. Infection of the Urinary tract is frequent. Catheterization in males is complicated because incurvations of the urethra, so a severe false route can be originated. Any case, urologic lubricant can facilitate the insertion bu it contais an anesthesic which reduce or anul sensations.

30 Fr catheter? Sounds more like an enema nozzle. The biggest I've used is an 18 Fr.

Does this really feel good? I have never been catheterized but have always been wanting to try...just a little nervous tho.

It really does feel good if done right!

I've played with caths for a long time. I stick to 16 and 18 fr. I bought some 26fr thinking that stretching would feel good (ever notice how stretching ass or vagina feels good - to a limit?) I got one in an inch or so but stopped - it hurt bad! I love the feeling of the stretch as a smaller cath goes down and into my prostate but don't think I'll try a big one again.

When I was younger and an orderly at a hospital we usually used a 16 for most men. I do remember one older gentleman who needed a 30 with a 30cc bag! We used xylocaine viscous to numb his dick, on the order of the urologist. The guy had had a prostatectomy which is why he needed the big cath. BTW - NEVER use anesthetic to allow bigger - the damage that could be done can be life changing.

The moral is: the urethera is sensitive and vary easy to damage, and very hard to fix!

The best and safest way to learn how to safely play with catheters, sounds, and dilators is to find a willing partner who is a physician or a nurse...I've seen some shocking things on YouTube and in porn movies, such as men putting them in their mouth and using saliva as a lubricant. Knowledge of anatomy and sterile technique is essential. This kind of play can be very erotic and cause mind-blowing orgasms...but...one small mistake in proper technique is likely to cause an infection that quickly causes misery that can last for several days. By having a thorough understanding of all the rules and following them without fail you can have a very erotic experience. You have to pay attention and know when something that is sterile has been contaminated or you can get into trouble. I love urethral play and have never had a problem but I've done my homework and know the rules. To play like this, you must know them as well.

Do any of you guys use anything other than medical intruments in your urethras? I've seen so wonky stuff shoved up there! i dont know, i've never tried to cath myself but always wanted to. I am terrified of the potential devastation that can be caused, im well versed in anatomy and physiology, but its still a very frightening idea for me. How did you guys over come your unease if you had any?

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do any of you guys use anything other than medical intruments in your urethras? I've seen so wonky stuff shoved up there! i dont know, i've never tried to cath myself but always wanted to. I am terrified of the potential devastation that can be caused, im well versed in anatomy and physiology, but its still a very frightening idea for me. How did you guys over come your unease if you had any?

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...but...one small mistake in proper technique is likely to cause an infection that quickly causes misery that can last for several days. .....

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Hopefully, wet fun, it will be only for 'a few days' but players using 'wonky stuff' as sv18 suggests he might, once he's 'overcome his unease', might even find themselves with a kidney problem and that won't last for days - it might last for ever!

There's enough on this thread to suggest that only proper catheters and, as ladydoc suggests, a proper catheter insertion pack too should be used. But is even this enough? Do you know how to use the pack to create a sterile field? If you don't know how to use it then all sterility is lost!

I'm waiting for the day when someone says that they've ditched the fish tank tubing they've always used because the oil dip stick from their Cadillac goes 'round the bend' easier!

I am in need of advice from an experienced 'master'in Urethra stretching if I am to progress on from starter 8" Hegar sounds onto and into greater things which with your help to achieve greater satisfaction!

This set of Hegar sounds are proving to be most comfortable so far, but as I wish to stretch my urethra more, in fact rather more in order to at least accommodate a stainless steel Cum-Thru Penis Plug max dim 10mm. What is the best method to adopt to achieve the increase in the bore of my urethra by increasing diameters of the Hegar Sounds from my set.

Also, my Hegar No.3 sound can slip right into the urethra up to 1.1/2" to 2" from the penis tip, which was a little frightening at 1st. No. 4 sems to step up in diameter quite a bit without any sign at all of any possible entry at all!

Now contemplating Pratt 11" Sound as the incremental increase in Diameter appears to be more gradual than that of the Hegar . Also a Pratt should feel more secure when plumbing the depths!

What method do I adopt for to achieve each increase in the hegar sound; No4 seems to be quite a bit larger; and how often, how many insertions per session etc and whether 1 or 2 time a day, each or every other day, 5 days x 1 or x2, or just 1 x7days.

An early response woud be appreciated.

John UK

As a nurse I can tell you for certain that the bladder is a 'sterile organ and things that go in there have to be, new , clean, and come in a sterile package. I would suggest that you have a medical person teach you sterile technique because this is very serious, right from opening the package and your own handwashing first. Betadine solution is used to cleanse the urethral opening and tip of penis first., but done with sterile forceps from the package etc. You can get a real bad infection from doing this, although I also appreciate catheter play, just a word or advice. The anus, and bowel, colon etc is considered a 'dirty' area and the instruments that are inserted into the rectum only have to be aseptic, NOT sterile. THere is a difference between aseptic and sterile. Chrome scopes and other anal rectal instruments should be soaked in a solution of betadine and water for at least 30 mins between uses and rinsed and dried well. They dont have to be sterile, just aseptic.

I'm likewise a nurse, curious about trying sounds with a partner. I agree with everything written by the previous person's post but asI talk with other people with experience at sounds, I too, have been amazed by casual attitudes towards safe, aseptic technique.

I am curious about catheterization etc but am really afraid of getting an infection. Can anyone tell me about how often you get infections and what you do about it? go to dr and get an antibiotic? What do you tell them?

Very useful. It's always good to brush up skills and there's some handy hints in here! Thanks for posting

Very good safety tips - thanks 😃

Hey! I wrote this a while ago but figured it was useful here!

I highly suggest reading up and watching some Youtube videos before attempting any urethral play. Here are some tips that should help though:

Sterile vs. Clean

For catheter play it is best to stay as sterile as possible. Your body is naturally extremely good at keeping outside organisms outside of your urinary track, for good reason since this leads directly to your blood (through the kidneys). If you wanted to use sounds there would be a little more leeway since the risk of infection is significantly less. Note - for females - the sound may enter the bladder in which case it is important to follow full sterile technique.

Tips

-Use only sterile, new, unopened catheters.

-Buy them in kits (it might cost an extra $7 or so but it is well worth it, especially for the first couple).

-Use sterile technique - again, let clinical youtube (not xtube!) videos guide you here.

Gold Standard

The "gold standard" would be iodine followed by isopropanol/ethanol repeating each at least once. Most kits will come with 3 iodine wipes, it is important to move in circles away from the center and extending distally to anywhere you may touch with your sterile glove later. I normally will do the first couple in regular gloves before switching to the included sterile gloves. Another consideration is the "sterile field" - essentially the area you can touch your hands and the catheter. Anything you touch with your normal gloves or hands is considered contaminated, so when opening the kit you should be careful.

Risk Aware

Catheterization can result in injuries, infections and potentially death (is this sounding like a drug commercial yet?). It is important that you be willing to seek medical attention promptly should something go wrong. If you aren't sure if you could do this, I don't suggest you do this kind of play.

Have fun!

Done correctly urethral play can provide the most amazing experiences. The control the "doctor" has over the patient's body is absolute and the sensation is as hard to explain as an orgasm.

Been using catheters and sounds for years never had one issue. Catheters left in for extended time periods like days what they do in hospitals that is when you run into a problem. I use sterile lube and catheter is single use don't touch the first 6 inches which goes in the bladder the rest you can touch with gloves. Some of the replies here make it sound like they are preforming surgery. I had an uncle who had a enlarged prostate to the point that he had to intermittently cath himself for years he refused to get any surgery. He wasn't that careful lot of times not using any gloves just washed hands when he had to go no gloves around just made do without never got one UTI. Sick people in hospitals are way more prone to getting a UTI from germs which are in hospitals then healthy people using a catheter at home I think lot of the problems with catheters are because most of the information about UTI's caused by them is from hospitals settings where germs are passed around by the staff. It's been proven how antibiotic resistant bacteria is passed around a hospital by the staff they try as much as they can to stop it but still happens.

I am curious about playing with urethral sounds on my own. How safe is it and what safety tips should i follow.

I am curious about playing with urethral sounds on my own. How safe is it and what safety tips should i follow.

Did you read this thread????????

Your questions are already answered here.

Start with post #1.

After you do that, see these threads with thorough discussions:

http://www.zity.biz/index.php?mx=forum;ox=showboard;board=138