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5 Best Two Piece Ostomy Bags

A two-piece ostomy bag can be changed without replacing the skin barrier, is easy to apply & remove, and causes less irritation. Find the best 2-piece ostomy bags at HPFY.

5 Best Ostomy Wafers

For those living with an ostomy, the seemingly unlimited number of ostomy wafers available can make your head spin. It certainly doesn’t seem like trial and error would be a sane option. So how do you know which ostomy wafer might be right for you? Let’s take a closer look at 5 best ostomy wafers at HPFY.

Showering With Ostomy Bag

As you probably already know, good hygiene becomes even more important after ostomy surgery. Bathing with an ostomy is not difficult. The stoma does not interfere with being clean and there are many options available to keep the stoma from getting wet while showering or bathing. The type of stoma you have may play a part in what technique you choose. Learn about Christine Kijek's 5 tips for showering with ostomy bag.

7 Essential Colostomy Supplies You Must Have

Whether the colostomy is short or long-term, the supplies required will remain the same. In the hospital, the nursing staff will provide you with an ostomy pouch, skin barrier, and other items. Once you are home, you can explore other ostomy supply options. HPFY has a list of 7 essential colostomy supplies.

How To Keep Ostomy Bag from Leaking?

What is the best way to ensure you don’t experience the embarrassment and inconvenience of a leaking pouch? Read about how to keep the ostomy bag from leaking.

Swimming And Ostomy: 7 Valuable Tips For Swimming With An Ostomy

Summertime and swimming go hand-in-hand. What fun it is to laze around the pool with your family and make memories! Everyone is enjoying a dip in the cool water under the sun...except you because of your fear of swimming with an ostomy bag. Learn 7 valuable tips for swimming with an ostomy.

7 Best Ostomy Belts

As the pouch fills with waste, the excess weight may pull it down and cause it to tear or detach from the stoma. An ostomy belt bears the weight of the pouch, keeps it stable, and prevents damage to the bag and the stoma. Find 7 best ostomy belts online.

8 Stoma Infection Signs You Shouldn't Ignore

Infection of the stoma is one of the main worries of an ostomate. Skin infection around the stoma can happen for various reasons, so it is important to check your stoma and peristomal skin with each ostomy pouch change to identify any new issues should they arise. Changes in the stoma and the surrounding skin often indicate an issue that may require immediate treatment. Learn about 8 signs of stoma that you should't ignore.

8 Tips for Living with an Ileostomy

Life after an ileostomy is different, and it is natural to feel overwhelmed by all the changes taking place in your body and your life. You may feel confused and probably have a lot of questions about ileostomy care. It is important to take time to accept the changes you are experiencing. With time, you will see these feelings subside, and you will return to normal life. In the mean time, to help you navigate through this life-altering change, HPFY offers 8 tips for ileostomy care.

5 Types of Colostomy And How To Manage Them

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 anus. There are 5 different types of colostomies, learn all about them and more at HPFY.

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5 Best Tips and Products To Relieve Spring Allergies

If you're like me, you aren't exactly excited that spring is here. Every year, it's the same thing. The sun sets a little later, the air gets a little warmer, and I get a little congested. Then the watery eyes start, followed by sneezing and coughing, and before you know it, I'm searching for some sort of allergy relief.

5 Best Two Piece Ostomy Bags

A two-piece ostomy bag can be changed without replacing the skin barrier, is easy to apply & remove, and causes less irritation. Find the best 2-piece ostomy bags at HPFY.

5 Best Bed Pads For Incontinence

Incontinence bed pads are designed to absorb urine and protect mattresses and furniture from damage and are made from absorbent materials such as cotton or polyester. Not only are they designed to absorb moisture, but many specialize in keeping moisture away from the skin, minimizing the chance of skin breakdowns. Find 5 best bed pads for incontinence at HPFY.

How Does Biofreeze Work?

It is a known fact that ice helps relieve pain and speeds up recovery when applied to the affected area. Biofreeze is a topical analgesic that works similarly to cold therapy, reducing inflammation and improving circulation, but offers more powerful, comfortable, and long-lasting pain relief. Learn all about how does Biofreeze work & more at HPFY.

5 Best Ostomy Wafers

For those living with an ostomy, the seemingly unlimited number of ostomy wafers available can make your head spin. It certainly doesn’t seem like trial and error would be a sane option. So how do you know which ostomy wafer might be right for you? Let’s take a closer look at 5 best ostomy wafers at HPFY.

How To Use A Cunningham Clamp

About 3-10% of men in the US experience incontinence symptoms. Research has found that high-stress levels that can be attributed to this condition. The Bard Cunningham Clamp is one of our best-reviewed over-the-counter devices used to manage stress incontinence in men. It is a widely popular and effective incontinence clamp. Learn how to use a Cunningham clamp at HPFY.

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