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Ostomy Basics
Want to know more about your ostomy? You need to get to know the 'new you' with a better understanding of how your new 'plumbing' works. With all the information you have received, it's sometimes quite easy to forget what has happened during surgery. Ostomy basics can give you a better idea of the surgical procedures or the medical conditions that can give rise to having an ostomy.
General Information
Get things on a need-to-know basis
Want to know the difference between a colostomy, an ileostomy and a urostomy? View the videos about the particular types of ostomies that are commonly made or browse through some general information. Read More
Parastomal Hernia
The battle of the bulge
Read here about a common issue many ostomates face and some measures that may help prevent it from occurring. Read More
Reversal
Who said there's no going back?
Find useful tips and information if your ostomy is to be reversed. Read More
Internal Pouches
Not your average ostomy...
These pouches require specific knowledge on how to manage them. Read More
Ulcerative Colitis
Get some facts on UC.
Find out how it's diagnosed and some of the differing forms of treatment available today. Read More
Crohn's Disease
What is this thing called Crohn's?
This type of inflammatory bowel disease, while not overly common, is not rare either. Find some information about treatment options available today. Read More
Glossary
Destination information
Brush up on the right terminology used around ostomy care. Find some terms you may have heard explained simply and clearly. Read More
Familial Polyposis Coli
Swimming in the gene pool…
Dive into the facts about FPC and what it means to your family. Read More
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