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What is Prolapsed Stoma?

September 19 2020 , Written by Philip Rathbun Published on #Prolapsed Stoma, #Ostomy care

Prolapsed Stoma This is an abnormal lengthening of the stoma. It telescopes out without any known or external reason. Well, a patient feels stress and depression due to the looks and length of the prolapsed opening in the abdomen. It requires a few more...

Tips To Deal With Ostomy Leaks

June 6 2018 Published on #ostomy care, #ostomy leaks, #stoma care, #skin complications

One of the biggest causes of frustration for a person with an ostomy is to have ostomy leaks. You can deal with this problem pretty conveniently, given that you have all the necessary supplies at hand, but it can still cause embarrassment. There can be...

Plan for your vacation, not your stoma

September 5 2017 , Written by Philip Rathbun

Rather you are a fan of the summer, fall, or winter we all like to plan for a fun adventure. Vacations can come in all shapes and forms and what may seem like a fun time for one person could seem like misery for another. But whatever your plans are it...