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A-Z-Intermittent-Self-Catheterisation-ISC - Vyne

Intermittent self-catheterisation, or ISC for short, is used if you can’t empty your bladder by yourself. This can happen short-term for example after a surgery or...

An ileostomy means that your small intestine is brought out through an opening in your abdomen to form a stoma. This means that food waste...

A nephrostomy is a thin plastic tube that allows urine to drain from your kidney. It is inserted through the skin on your back into...

A lot of people live their lives with a urethral catheter to effectively drain urine from their bladder. And even though living with a urethral...

A urinary sheath is a great way to manage urinary incontinence in men. It’s a condom like catheter that sits over your penis. It has...

What is a colostomy? A colostomy is a surgical procedure by which a surgeon brings part of your large intestine through a hole in your...

If, for any reason, the bladder doesn’t work as it should, is injured or diseased, a urostomy might be needed to help you pass urine. So,...

An ostomy is a surgical procedure by which a surgeon will create an exit route for urine and stool through a hole in your abdomen....

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Why is my urine bag leaking?

Let’s take a look at some of the most common causes of a leaking urine bag.

Sam H - Aug 13, 2025

Clinical Content Writer

Keeping active with a catheter

We’ve outlined some things that might be helpful for you to consider when planning exercise with ...

Sam H - Aug 12, 2025

Clinical Content Writer

Choosing the right fixation device for you

There are a few different types of fixation devices you can choose from, depending on your lifest...

Sam H - Jul 29, 2025

Clinical Content Writer

What are the different types of catheters?

If you’re new to the world of catheters, you may not yet be aware of the different varieties whic...

Sam H - Aug 6, 2024

Clinical Content Writer

A-Z Intermittent Self-Catheterisation (ISC)

Intermittent self-catheterisation, or ISC for short, is used if you can’t empty your bladder by y...

Sam H - Jul 31, 2024

Clinical Content Writer

Urinary continence and urinary incontinence: What's the difference?

Urinary continence generally means that you can control movement of your bladder. This isn’t some...

Sam H - Jul 31, 2024

Clinical Content Writer

A-Z Ileostomy

An ileostomy means that your small intestine is brought out through an opening in your abdomen to...

Sam H - Jul 31, 2024

Clinical Content Writer

Common catheter problems

Catheter-use, unfortunately, also comes with its very own problems and complications that you mig...

Sam H - Jul 31, 2024

Clinical Content Writer

A-Z Nephrostomy

A nephrostomy is a thin plastic tube that allows urine to drain from your kidney. It is inserted ...

Sam H - Jul 30, 2024

Clinical Content Writer

Finding the right ISC size for you

Everyone has different bodies and unique needs, so finding the right catheter for you is very imp...

Sam H - Jul 30, 2024

Clinical Content Writer

What is causing my bladder pain?

Usually, you won’t be able to feel your bladder at all but, in some cases, you might feel pain or...

Sam H - Jul 30, 2024

Clinical Content Writer

What does the colour of my urine mean?

It’s something we all do every day, and something you probably don’t pay too much attention to. H...

Sam H - Jul 30, 2024

Clinical Content Writer

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Sam H

Clinical Content Writer

Hi, I'm Sam, Clinical Content Writer here at Vyne. My role is to ensure the information you read is clear, accurate, and helpful! From informative guides on continence, stoma, and wound care to product descriptions that make your choices easier. If you come across an article or resource on our site, there's a good chance I wrote it!

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