After a female catheter is removed, patients can expect to have some urinary discomfort for about 48 hours or less. Women who have just had a catheter removed may feel a strong urgency to urinate or experience some burning or discomfort while urinating. In a normal situation, these symptoms should dissipate within a day or two. If they do not subside, contact your healthcare provider right away. If the female catheter placement caused discomfort, you may continue to feel discomfort while urinating in the hours after removing the catheter.