Hi.
I understand this may not be easy for you. The foley catheter should remain at this point since the primary indication for an indwelling catheter is your inability to void normally. Your physician may test the voiding functions from time to time by removing the foley cath and observe you. If this does not seem satisfactory, the foley cath should be back in place.
I know this is uncomfortable. You may ask you doctor if physical therapy may help facilitate recovery.
Bladder removal is not indicated here. Just be patient and let us wait for the urologic consult for an assessment on the extent of the condition .This will help in planning the next step of managing your case.
Hi,
You are a very brave woman, having undergone a radical surgery. Yet you are approaching your current problem in a scientific way, trying to seek information, different opinions, and trying to help yourself. This is highly commendable, and I salute your spirit. I pray you get well soon.
Radical surgery very often results in damage to the lumbo-sacral plexys of nerves, and also the pelvic nerves. This disturbes the normal nerve supply to the bladder, which results in difficulty in passing urine.
You do not need to have the bladder removed because of difficulty in urinating. A long term catheter is usually advised. Many women have used it for years, without much problem.
Godbless.