If you’re about to get ostomy surgery, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed. But here’s the good news: as an ostomate, you’re entitled to certain patient rights during the...
Food and diet is one of the topics that new ostomates are most worried about. Can you still eat your favorite foods after having ostomy surgery? What about alcohol? Meal times can become a source of worry rather than enjoyment — but it doesn't have to be...
Blockages and partial blockages are a serious concern for ostomates, especially since many ostomates don’t always recognize the signs of an impending blockages. The good news is that there are...
Living with an ostomy affects the ostomate (the person with the stoma) as much as it does the caregiver (anyone helping to care for, or live with, the ostomate). For...
“I awakened from surgery with a bag on my abdomen, and can’t stop crying!” This is a common situation after stoma surgery and one that requires the right response. Acknowledging...
If you’re a new ostomate or you’ve never traveled with an ostomy, the thought of traveling with an ostomy might make you anxious. While those feelings are perfectly natural, there...
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...
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...
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...
Let’s talk about ostomies and exercise. Can you exercise with an ostomy? Absolutely. While I need to take some precautions with my ostomy and stay mindful of my abdomen, it...
If you or someone you’re caring for needs an ostomy, you might be overwhelmed by the surgery, the lifestyle changes, and the wall of information you need to know to...
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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