Female Intermittent Catheters

Self-catheter supplies offer those looking for a female intermittent catheter the independence and ease to insert and maintain the catheter on their own, thereby eliminating unnecessary trips to the doctor. As you browse our products, consider which type of catheter best suits your daily needs.

If your doctor has suggested incorporating a female intermittent catheter to your treatment plan, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed with the amount of research required regarding procedure, products and pricing.

It’s completely normal to feel like a fish out of water when you first venture into the world of self-catheter supplies. Once you have the right information, however, the rest is smooth sailing.

How Do Female Intermittent Catheters Differ from Other Self-Catheter Supplies?

The female urethra is far shorter than the male urethra, coming in at just 6 inches. However, some women prefer to use male length catheters (around 16 inches) for the extra length and a variety of other reasons. Self-catheter supplies for women are also designed for the curvatures of the female body, geared to remain flexible while securely in place for all ranges of motion.

Find the Right Intermittent Catheter for You

Did you know there are actually three different types of female intermittent catheters? Really! Knowing what your body needs is the first step in determining the right self-catheter supplies for you – which starts by talking to your doctor. 

First there’s the straight female intermittent catheters, which are smaller, lightweight and easy to conceal in a handbag. These are considered the “original” intermittent catheter technology, and they do require manual lubrication prior to insertion.

Hydrophilic female intermittent catheters are the second type of catheter and are very similar to the straight catheters mentioned above. The main difference between straight and hydrophilic catheters lies in that when exposed to water, the hydrophilic catheter becomes slippery, smooth and easy to use.

Finally, there are the closed system catheters for women. As far as self-catheter supplies, the close system catheters allow women to self-catheterize anywhere they have privacy. The sterilized catheter connects to a self-contained collection bag, so the system is ready to go.

While there are plenty of options out there for you to choose from, it’s important to consider all factors before diving in. These factors could include your mobility, your level of activity, how much water / liquid you drink on a normal basis, preexisting health conditions, and more. Taking this into consideration and even discussing different options for self-catheterization with your doctor will make the transition smoother, and you’ll feel more confident in your abilities to self-catheterize.

Who Are We?

Each of these catheters require their own arsenal of high-quality self-catheter supplies, so once you do the research on what type of intermittent catheter is the best fit for your unique needs, all that’s left is to trust an established supply company like At Home Medical to supply you with the rest.

We’ve been in the business of helping men and women regain their confidence and autonomy through discreet, easy-to-use, and top-quality self-catheter supplies. Helping our customers live fuller lives since 1998, we remain committed to helping our customers attain the freedom and self-confidence they need to live their life how they want.

Don’t see the product you’re looking for listed above? Give us a call at 880.526.5895 or email us at support@athomemedical.com, and we’ll be happy to help.