Diverticulitis can be hard to manage. What foods can I eat? Are there foods that I should avoid? We can give you information on 7 foods to avoid if you suffer from diverticulitis. READ MORE
Those with stomas can face some challenging events, some minor, some major. The minor episodes can be treated easily while the major incidents may require more serious treatments. Learn to deal with these challenging events@HPFY
An ostomy belt offers the ostomate a sense of security in overactive situations. The support belt keeps the ostomy pouch hugging tight to the body especially during activities like exercise, laborious work and sports.
A colostomy is the most common type of ostomy. It is a surgical procedure in which one end of the large intestine is brought out from the abdominal wall. This is done when there are problems with the lower bowel, making it difficult to pass stool from the...
Ostomy surgery is a life-saving procedure that gives ostomates a new lease on life. But searching through the vast sea of ostomy supplies can be daunting. We've made it easier with these 5 ostomy supplies for stoma care designed with your body and lifestyle in...
Any exercise you do is beneficial, but when you exercise your core muscles it can have a greater effect than some others. Our core muscles influence other parts of our body. The larger muscles in our body help with balance and stability, not to mention...
Hot and Cold packs are the dual faced carriers of this therapy. They are made of materials that can be used as mediums for both heat and cold. They are combined with a comfortable garment that fits around perfectly on the affected part and starts working its...
We all know that exercise is good for us, but not all of us may understand the benefits that yoga presents to our overall well-being as well as for its therapeutic values. Many people use yoga in conjunction with a healthy lifestyle to improve their quality of...
Living with an ostomy means caring for your stoma. If there is a blockage, how do I unblock a stoma? What do I need to do? We have some information you need to hear. READ MORE
If that is because it is leaking, there is going to be stool just on the skin barrier or wafer inside. But if it’s leaking, then we need to look at why is it leaking? Is there something wrong with your fit? There are a lot of people who complain about...
Parastomal hernia is among the most common complications after an ostomy. It is a bulge or swelling around the stoma which causes discomfort and pain and makes it difficult to wear an ostomy appliance. A parastomal hernia usually happens within the first two...
If that belt is not enough, you may look into Nu-Hope . These types of support belts instead of one that hooks on to the pouch, they do make them in a 3-inch width, so it is less cumbersome. They make it in a 6 inch, that would work better for you. You may...
Irrigation works very much like an enema. Water is instilled into the large intestine via the stoma. This flushes out waste from the colon. Learn more @ HPFY.
Each individual is wonderfully different in their own way and this also applies to medical conditions. For whatever reason a patient needs an ostomy, each one is uniquely different even if it’s in a very small way. Since there are a variety of products, the...
People living with an ostomy can choose from various sizes. Would a stoma cap be right for me? When are they appropriate? Fortunately, we have the information you need. READ MORE
