With a long history of serious stone problems and resulting procedures, I have removed catheters, as well as a stent, myself. It is very easy, and not painful at all, though it does feel a bit weird coming out. I stand in the bathtub to do it. When you cut the tube to empty the balloon, be sure that the tube is pointed toward the wall, bottom of the tub, or shower curtain, as the water can squirt all over the place. You could also use a towel to catch it. Be prepared for a feeling of relief from having the thing gone. Also, I have never suffered from any discomfort during urination immediately following removal, as I had feared, but it does seem that I have to urinate several times in pretty quick succession when it is out.
