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| How to deal with an ostomy? |
ostomy is the medical term to describe an artificial opening
Colostomy to get rid of waste
tracheostomy to breathe ... |
| Does anyone know about ostomy software? have you tried it? |
No I haven't, but I know you know all about it since you're the one who sells it. ... |
| Dealing with an Ostomy? |
First, having an ostomy beats the alternative -- whatever caused you to have the surgery.
Empty your appliance frequently to avoid bulges in your clothing. You don't have the word "ost... |
| What is ostomy? |
The terms ostomy and stoma are general descriptive terms that are often used interchangeably though they have different meanings. An ostomy refers to the surgically created opening in the body for ... |
| What is the standard for eating Hot Dogs and smoked sausages with an ostomy? |
hi curtis, I've had my ileostomy for 22 yrs. I eat skinless hot dogs like oscar myer seeing as the skins are hard to digest. As for smoked sausage, I avoid it since it bothers my gut.
Certa... |
| Where can I buy ostomy bags in Boston? |
Try contacting Hollister directly, or you can try your local pharmacy or medical supply store. See if your insurance will cover your ostomy supplies so that you won't have to pay so much out o... |
| Concealing an ostomy? |
Relax. 99.9% of the time when you think everyone must be able to see your bag, they can't! It's just you being self conscious.
People can't see your bag through your clothes (u... |
| Looking for ostomy bag covers that will look cool with your clothing, that no one will look at you different? |
Google Ostomy bag covers and you will find a ton of them. A lot of them are really cute. Lady Bug Industries Inc and C&M Ostomy Supplies are a couple companies that have some. Lady Bug has t... |
| Ostomy uncovered? |
The Japanese have a saying, nudity is often seen, but never noticed. In other words, it is polite to not notice. I think there is nothing whatever wrong with an ostomy patient going to a clothing... |
| What is the stage now with colon cancer IF there is blood in the ostomy pouch? |
There can be many reasons for the blood in the ostomy, but at 92 yrs old, what are you going to do about it except keep her comfortable and soon her journey will be over.
It would be cruel to do ... |
| Is there a medical supply company that supplies ostomy and medical surgical supplies that medicare covers? |
Maybe I can help you. I'm in Iraq right now, but I do have some experience with this. I'm from Louisiana, my mom had a colostomy. There is a place in Crowley, Louisiana called Carmicha... |
| What is the difference between urology and ostomy in regards to pouches? |
If you're asking what the difference between urostomy and colostomy/ileostomy pouches are, then basically the difference is the urostomy pouches have a little tap at the end from which to drai... |
| During intimate situations with someone without an ostomy, does anyone feel less than ? |
Not at all. I poop via my stoma, they poop via their anus. Only difference is I wear a bag and believe me, my bag is usually the last thing we're focusing on when it gets down to it :)
Try ... |
| Does anyone know where to find free ostomy supplies? |
If you like mail order you can try Edgepark. They have all kins of ostomy supplies. You can call and ask them to send you a catalog.
Their address and phone info are:
Edgepark surgical
1810 ... |
| Can someone with lupus and an ostomy give birth to a healthy child? |
Lots of women with ostomies have healthy babies. Lupus might even improve somewhat during pregnancy but get worse afterwards. Lupus and ulcerative colitus (the most common reason for ostomy) are au... |
| Does anyone have good recipes for ostomy patients? |
There are no recipes specifically for ostomy patients. This is because everyone is different in what they can and can't tolerate. Most ileostomates don't have a problem with any foods onc... |
| If a man has an ostomy bag, will that get in the way when he has sex? |
No It shouldn't do. Colostomy, ileostomy etc are usually high enough up the abdomen not to cause a problem. However a Urostomy is lower in the pelvic region and may be a problem.
The best pos... |
| Can medications be giving through ostomy if a patient can't take it by mouth? |
Medications are not given through an ostomy. However, they can be given through a J-tube or NG tube.
Most Ostomies are there for the purpose of removing feces while bypassing the anus.
EmilyR... |
| Recti monialisis?help me? |
So, this person was diagnosed with candida? Did they finish an anti-candida regime? I had candida in my lower intestines earlier this year, and what I did to clear it was to take probiotics and cut... |
| What is an heostomy? |
I am an RN and I have never heard of that! It's hard to get info on Google too. Heostomy is a type of bowel ostomy ( like an ileostomy and a colostomy ) . I can't seem to find where in th... |
| Problems after hysterectomy? |
I had a hysterectomy about 5 years ago and i still have pain after intercourse, as far as the discomfort to urinate the next day, that will just take some time. ... |
| Nursing diagnosis for a patient w/cellulitis? |
Naturally, most of these will be based on your individul assessment of the patient. But here are a few.
Altered level of consciousness r/t pain and medications used for pain management.
Risk ... |
| Rectum cancer? |
No, I am sorry. ... |
| Recti monialisis??help me? |
Try taking omega three oils or evening primrose oil ... |
| NANDA for a colostomy? |
It has been a LONGGGGGG time since I had to do nursing diagnoses....so here it goes:
Knowledge Deficit R/T new ostomy
Knowledge Deficit R/T care of
Altered body image r/t new ostomy
Poten... |
| Gastroentrology clinics?Im currently trying to find a gastroentrology clinic in USA to redo an ileoanal pouch? |
hi charles, have you cld your local crohn's & colitis chapter in Canada? maybe they can offer some assistance.
I have crohn's and have had my ileostomy for 21 yrs. It is truly a l... |
| Looking for people with ostomies in North Carolina..? |
hi jmb, I am a female ostomate like yourself for 21 yrs.
Are you eligible for Medicare as well? They have better coverage than medicaid alone.
first, if you are a new ostomate fresh off the OR ... |
| Tough one: Wound will not heal, small (1/4 in) section of a surgical scar 6 months old. Suggestions? |
No harm in applying aloe vera gel (fresh), it has immense healing properties for the skin. Just take a small piece of the leaf at a time and remove the inside gel and apply on the wound for a few d... |
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