BDSM Lexicon · Health & hygiene

Catheter

A catheter is a thin, flexible tube that is inserted into the bladder via the urethra to drain urine. In the medical world, this is a standard tool used during surgery or when someone is unable to urinate on their own. In BDSM, the catheter is sometimes used as part of Medical play or urethral play, which involves a combination of vulnerability, control, and physical sensation.

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• Lubricant
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