John, instilagel or hydrocaine will ease the soreness in the eye of the penis. You can get it without prescription at most pharmacies (except Boots) without prescription. It is about £2 a syringe. Instilagel and hydrocaine are designed for catheter insertion and maintenance, they contain anesthetic, antiseptic and lubrication.
The way you describe the when the pain happens,sounds like the catheter is just sitting in the wrong place. If you hadn't just had surgery there are things I could suggest but you are better off contacting urology or the ward that discharged you.
An infection is also a possibility, again contact your medical team. Do not let anyone other than urology mess with your catheter.
I have lots of catheter experience and generally speaking they didn't feel uncomfortable.
Thanks Chris
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