Ostomy Tips
Guide to Swimming with an Ostomy Bag
Swimming is one of those things that many of us love. However, having a stoma bag can hinder your passion. But, it does not need to be this way. Swimming is a great form of exercise. It is low-impact and helps improve your health. Besides, you can swim all your life no matter whether you…
Read MoreOstomy Skin Care – How to Help Prevent Irritation
The Ultimate Guide to Ostomy Skin Care for Preventing Irritation Anyone who has uses an ostomy system knows just how frustrating skin irritation can be. Using a pouching system tends to cause burning and itching. Fortunately, you can practice Ostomy skin care to take care of your skin. It is crucial that you are gentle…
Read MoreEverything You Need To Know About Ileostomy
For those of you that do not know, an ileostomy is an ostomy type that involves a surgical opening. It provides the end of your small intestine with a route for releasing stool. Generally, an ileostomy is created by a surgeon to remove a part of your rectum and colon. An external pouch appliance has…
Read MoreOpen Enrollment: How You Should Select a Health Insurance Plan?
Getting health insurance is not easy, especially if you are an ostomate. However, it is crucial that you get health insurance. It can be difficult to obtain all the information you need to make a decision from a healthcare provider or insurance provider. There are a lot of things that you need to consider such…
Read MoreTop Tips to Dress Comfortably When Wearing an Ostomy Bag
Wearing an ostomy bag is not easy. It can make it difficult for you to dress up. Besides, you might feel that it is visible to everyone and would leave you feeling overwhelmed. The fear of everyone noticing your bag can prevent you from going out. However, you do not have to worry as the…
Read MoreProtect Your Stoma During the Cold Weather
As many parts across eastern and central USA have experienced record high temperature, winter has decreased the temperature considerably. The fact is that winter might still not be over. The temperatures will continue to remain in the low 30s which is why it is crucial to protect your stoma during the cold weather. Abdominal incisions…
Read More5 Tips for Ostomates for the Holiday Season
With the holidays around the corner, it is important to celebrate one of the most important events of the year. Christmas is where we all get together to eat turkey, stuffed gravy, turnips, sweet potatoes, fruit salad, homemade dinner rolls, and dessert. However, having an ostomy can make things difficult. To survive Christmas with an…
Read MoreWhen Should You Contact Your Stoma Nurse?
Anyone who requires help will find their stoma care nurse to be great use. You can count on your stoma care nurse to learn more about the common symptoms and issues. The nurse will provide you with all the assistance you need. Find Out When to Contact Your Stoma Nurse When it comes to contacting…
Read MoreWhat Happens in an Ostomy Procedure?
An ostomy procedure is necessary for protecting the abdominal cavity. It allows inflamed or damaged parts of the digestive tract to heal. The procedure involves changing the bodily waste such as stool or urine in your body. It allows for the bodily waste to exist in a hole near the abdomen and collect in…
Read MoreOstomy Care FAQs
What Is Irrigation And Can I Do It? Colostomy irrigation is a kind of enema which helps with bowel movement control. It means that you would not experience any bowel movements between irrigations. It also helps reduce gas. It might be possible to wear a stoma cap over your stoma if you irrigate your…
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