Traveling with an ostomy can be difficult. Ensuring that the ostomy is secured properly, does not smell, and is convenient…
Patients who have gone through an ostomy procedure need to take special care of the stoma opening that has been…
Ostomy surgery is an increasingly common treatment for patients with Crohn’s disease. With over 450,000 people with stomas in the…
Most people simply expect their medical tape to stick the way they want it to. Most of us don’t give…
Golfing and outdoor activities with a stoma can be tricky, but with the preparation and care can be very enjoyable.…
The Phoenix magazine is the official publication of the United Ostomy Associations of America. Magazine proceeds provide funding for the UOAA as…
An ileostomy should not prevent you from snorkeling or scuba diving. With the correct materials and some planning a day…
Peristomal Skin Complications Stomas can lower a patients’ ability to stay active and their overall quality of life; peristomal skin…
As you discuss colon cancer treatment with your colorectal surgeon, one important topic that you may need to bring up…