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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…
Read MoreShowering with an Ostomy
When you have an ostomy, you are likely to be worried about everything, from going to sleep to using the toilet. One of the things that you would want to know about is whether you can shower with an ostomy and if there are certain conditions that you must bear in mind. The good news…
Read MoreCan You Make Pregnancy Work with an Ostomy?
One of the most important things is your life is getting pregnant. It is considered to be extremely memorable. You might have heard of the usual pregnancy stories about the importance of care. Having an ostomy could leave you worried about your fate. However, there is no need to stress as having an ostomy is…
Read MoreKeeping Hydrated with an Ostomy
Dehydration can take a toll on your health, especially if you have an ostomy. Maintaining adequate hydration is necessary. Although it can be difficult to keep up with your fluid intake requirements, there are many ways through which you can remain hydrated. This post shares some of the top tips that will help you remain…
Read MoreTraveling with an Ostomy
Traveling with a stoma might seem difficult. If you want to make sure that it does not prevent you from traveling, you have come to the right place. This post aims to provide you with all the information you need to enjoy your travels. With just a bit of planning, you will get to benefit…
Read MoreThe emotional side of an ostomy
There are many reasons for getting an ostomy. Some people with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis will opt for the surgery at the recommendation of their doctor, while others essentially have no choice because of cancer or another life-threatening illness. Since an ostomy requires consistently wearing a pouch or bag on the body that collects…
Read MoreTop 5 Tips to Avoid Ostomy Odor
When it comes to ostomy, there are certain changes that you need to make to your lifestyle. Although you do not have to change your diet for good, the food and beverages that you consume have a direction impact on your ostomy. Ostomy odor can be difficult to manage, especially when out in public. Most…
Read MoreYoga for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Yoga is practiced throughout the world. Having originated in India, it has reached just about every corner of the globe. It offers a ton of benefits. However, not many people know that yoga is beneficial for those suffering from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Exercise is often recommended by healthcare professionals to patients that have IBD.…
Read MoreThe Best Ostomy Tips and Tricks
Life can become difficult after undergoing colostomy surgery. The fact is that the learning curve for people who have gone through ostomy surgery is pretty steep. Not only do they need to learn to deal with the physical aftermath, but they also need to learn an entire new way of life. Whether you had the…
Read MoreThanksgiving Tips for Ostomates
With thanksgiving around the corner, it is important to celebrate one of the most important events of the year. Thanksgiving 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 thanksgiving with an ostomy,…
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