About the Author: Razia Sanwari

Razia Sanwari


Razia Sanwari is a journalist by profession with more than 20 years of experience in the print media. With a Masters's in English Language and Literature, Razia began her career as a junior editor in a Kolkata English language daily and since has worked with leading dailies in India and the Middle East. 

She has a passion for health and wellness with a focus on fitness. She also enjoys writing stories for children and blogs on travel and more.

Razia Sanwari's Articles

Urinary Catheters - Silicone versus Latex

Posted on Nov 17, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

Urinary catheters are available in a large variety of sizes, materials and types. Selection of the kind of catheter to be used by the patient has to be made keeping in mind several factors such as medical need, expected period of use (whether short-term or long-term), personal choice and what are the risks involved in terms of infection.

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Posted in Catheter Guides

Catheters and Size

Posted on Dec 10, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

Buying a catheter involves determining the right catheter size in terms of length and diameter. This will ensure greater efficiency and less personal trauma.

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Posted in Foley/Indwelling Catheters

Catheters and Types

Posted on Dec 10, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

There are different kinds of catheters – intermittent catheter, indwelling/Foley catheter, external/condom catheter. Suprapubic catheterization is an option, too.

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Catheters Which One To Buy… Disposable or Reusable?

Posted on Jan 28, 2015 by Razia Sanwari

Reusing something maybe a smart way to save money and be eco-friendly but would this principle apply to medical devices too? Unless clearly specified as reusable, it is an absolute no-no, especially so with SUDs or single-use devices.

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Posted in Catheter Guides