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Ostomy Care: How To Properly Drain Ostomy Pouches(Post)
When it comes to ostomy care, there are many choices people can make regarding the type of bag they want to use. Despite the number of options available, those with active lifestyles tend to le ...
Drainable vs. Closed Ostomy Pouches: Which Is Best for You?(Post)When it comes time to decide which type of ostomy pouch you want to use for yourself, there are two main choices: drainable and closed-end. While they have some similarities, their differences are wh ...
4 Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Sleep With an Ostomy Bag(Post)Getting the proper amount of rest at night is something that everyone struggles with from time to time. However, certain medical conditions can make this much more difficult, especially when dealing ...
What Should You Have in an Ostomy Emergency Kit?(Post)When it comes to medical conditions, being prepared is the key to successfully handling any issues that arise. However, preparation tactics are different for most conditions. For ostomy care, having ...
4 Most Common Ostomy Issues You Need To Know About(Post)Before going getting an ostomy surgery, most people take the time to learn about how their lives will change and what they need to do to recover from the procedure. However, many forget to researc ...
Advice on How To Adapt to a Life With an Ostomy Bag(Post)An ostomy surgery can be a life-changing experience for many individuals. While it might not always be the easiest transition, getting used to the changes is necessary to maintain your health, both p ...
Everything You Need To Know About Ostomy Surgery Recovery(Post)In general, surgery can be a scary topic. Most of the time, that fear stems from the fact that many people go into them not knowing what to expect afterward.However, most post-surgery events aren’t ...
How to Treat an Ileostomy Blockage(Post)Dealing with an ileostomy blockage can be distressing, but with the right knowledge and care, you can effectively manage the situation. If you're experiencing a stoma blockage at home, there are ...
9 Quick Tips for Traveling with an Ostomy(Post)It’s no secret that certain medical problems can lead to unique challenges when it comes to traveling. While there are many examples we could cover, we wanted to go into depth on what going on ...
Ostomy vs. Urostomy: What’s the Difference?(Post)In the medical world, there are a lot of terms that can confuse people, even the patients those terms apply to. What can make this confusion even worse is when the terms sound similar. A perfect exam ...