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The most common stoma problems
If you’re living with a stoma, all sorts of issues can come up over time. There’s usually no need to panic, though, as this is...
Stoma retraction or prolapse
When your stoma suddenly doesn’t stick out anymore but lays flat on the skin or has even sunken below skin level, it is called a...
Bowel blockage and obstruction
Constipation, loose stools, and diarrhoea are among the fairly common experiences after an ileostomy or colostomy surgery.
Parastomal hernia - what causes it and how can it be treated
Having a stoma can cause weakness in the area around it, which can lead to muscles bulging out. This will likely create a lump or...
Stoma bag leakage - causes and solutions
Your stoma bag is designed to stay fully sealed between putting it on and taking it off. But sometimes, despite your best efforts, you will...
Common skin issues with a stoma
If you’re living with a stoma, good skin care is an essential part of your daily routine as it will help you to maintain healthy...
A-Z Colostomy
What is a colostomy? A colostomy is a surgical procedure by which a surgeon brings part of your large intestine through a hole in your...
A-Z Urostomy
If, for any reason, the bladder doesn’t work as it should, is injured or diseased, a urostomy might be needed to help you pass urine. So,...
A-Z Ostomy
An ostomy is a surgical procedure by which a surgeon will create an exit route for urine and stool through a hole in your abdomen....
Your bladder basics - A complete guide
We all use our bladder multiple times a day and yet, as long as everything works as it should, we often forget that it’s even...
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