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An Introduction to One-Piece vs Two-Piece Ostomy Pouches

If you are an ostomate or someone who has had any of the three ostomy surgeries (colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy), then you may need to use an ostomy pouch either...

November 19, 2021

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Ostomy Guide: Everything You Need To Learn About Barrier Strips

Tape seals objects together. Whether the linked surfaces have different textures, shapes, or sizes, tape can hold and enhance their durability. A barrier strip functions the same way. This adhesive...

November 17, 2021

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A Guide to Urostomy Bags – 2022

A one-piece closed urostomy bag or pouch is a prosthetic medical device that collects urine outside the abdomen. You may use this after you have undergone bladder surgery. Before you...

November 15, 2021

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What Is A Colostomy Bag?

A colostomy bag is a type of pouching system for people who have undergone colostomy surgery. They need this pouch because they have had a colostomy due to: An injury ...

November 12, 2021

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What is A Colostomy? A Comprehensive Guide

A colostomy is a surgery that connects a part of the colon or large intestine to the surface of the abdomen by creating an opening called a stoma. Afterward, an...

November 10, 2021

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How to Empty Your Ostomy Pouch

Emptying an ostomy bag is a skill you need to learn after operations like colostomies, ileostomies, or urostomies. After all, you (or the ostomy patient) will be using the pouch...

November 8, 2021

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What Is An Ileostomy?

An ileostomy is a surgically created opening on the abdomen that allows stool to pass out of the body and into a specialized pouch. This stoma type gets its name...

November 2, 2021

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What Is A Urostomy?

A urostomy is a procedure that reroutes the urine from the bladder to a surgically created opening on the surface of the abdomen called a stoma. As a result, urine...

November 2, 2021

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Everything You Need To Know About 2-Piece Ostomy Systems

Ostomy procedures like colostomies, urostomies, or ileostomies can lead to drastic lifestyle changes since bodily waste won’t exit the way it did before. Instead, stool and urine go through the...

November 2, 2021

Ostomy Glossary part 2: Ostomy Types and Medical Terms

Abscess In this case, it refers to an abdominal abscess, which is characterized by a localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue. It can involve any abdominal organ and...

August 30, 2021

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Ostomy Glossary part 1: Ostomy Product Terms

Accessory When speaking about ostomy products, accessory usually refers to extra/optional products that are used to amplify an ostomates quality of life. Some examples are support wraps, cloth/decorative pouch covers,...

August 30, 2021

20 Must Know Ostomy Terms

Accessory When referring to ostomy products, accessories are extra/optional products that are used to amplify an ostomate’s quality of life. Some examples include support wraps, cloth/decorative pouch covers, stoma guards,...

August 30, 2021

Keeping Peristomal Skin Healthy

After surgery, taking good care of your stoma and peristomal skin (i.e. the skin around your stoma that is covered by the barrier) is one of the best things you...

March 3, 2021

How to Store Your Ostomy Supplies

Learning how to order and properly store your ostomy supplies is crucial for making day-to-day life with an ostomy as easy as possible. Once your supplies arrive in the mail,...

March 3, 2021

How to Choose the Best Ostomy Bag for You

February 10, 2021

Ostomy Supplies: How to Choose

Finding the right ostomy supplies may seem overwhelming and confusing. There are a lot of choices and, quite honestly, at first glance, they all look pretty much the same. Knowing...

February 10, 2021

What is an Ostomy?

You might have recently heard from your doctor that you need an ostomy. If you have, you likely have a lot of questions and concerns. Namely, what is an ostomy...

February 10, 2021

9 Tips for Older Ostomates

As we grow older, changes to our bodies can affect how well – or not-so-well – our relationship with our ostomy products can change. Physical changes, like arthritis and reduced...

February 10, 2021

Debunking 7 Common Ostomy Myths

Learning that you need an ostomy can be frightening news. It may bring up questions and concerns about how your life will change. Ostomates – people who have an ostomy...

January 28, 2021

What you need to know about Medicare coverage and ostomy supplies

Medicare covers most of the cost of ostomy supplies if certain conditions are met. This article explains what Medicare guidelines are and how to meet them. This article also explains how to choose a medical supply company and what to expect for out-of-pocket...

January 18, 2021

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Not sure where to start learning about ostomies? You’re in the right place. We’ll guide you through the basics.

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An Introduction to One-Piece vs Two-Piece Ostomy Pouches

Ostomy Guide: Everything You Need To Learn About Barrier Strips

A Guide to Urostomy Bags – 2022

What Is A Colostomy Bag?

What is A Colostomy? A Comprehensive Guide

How to Empty Your Ostomy Pouch

What Is An Ileostomy?

What Is A Urostomy?

Everything You Need To Know About 2-Piece Ostomy Systems

Ostomy Glossary part 2: Ostomy Types and Medical Terms

Ostomy Glossary part 1: Ostomy Product Terms

20 Must Know Ostomy Terms

Keeping Peristomal Skin Healthy

How to Store Your Ostomy Supplies

How to Choose the Best Ostomy Bag for You

Ostomy Supplies: How to Choose

What is an Ostomy?

9 Tips for Older Ostomates

Debunking 7 Common Ostomy Myths

What you need to know about Medicare coverage and ostomy supplies

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