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Ostomy Category

Ostomy Tips

Dressing With an Ostomy

Figuring out what to wear with a new ostomy can be a challenge. A big factor is stoma placement. For stomas below the waistline, dressing is a little less of a challenge. A stoma above the waistline requires more attention.

Ostomy Tips

Ostomy Diets & Summer BBQs

Having an ostomy doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy summer foods! You may need to limit a few things or substitute some ingredients, but there’s so much you can indulge in. I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “Everything in moderation!” Learn more about ostomy diet at HPFY.

Ostomy Guide

Ostomy Accessories - Guide To Find The Best Stoma Accessories

Many accessories for ostomy pouching systems are available to help with the right fit and good wear time. But the choices can be overwhelming! Health Products For You is your go-to partner as you navigate your ostomy journey.

Ostomy Guide

Stoma Pouches: The Right Fit

Getting the right fit for pouching your stoma is not always easy. Using a systematic approach to the characteristics of your body shape and stoma is very helpful

Living with Ostomy

Changes in Mind and Body After Ostomy Surgery

Some emergent surgeries can result in a stoma .and Every ostomate Struggled with thier

Ostomy Tips

Fall Heath Tips for the Ostomates

Ostomates need to be a little more vigilant than most It is easy to become dehydrated when the flu hits. Here are some tips to avoid Ostomy Pancaking

Colostomy

Colostomy Irrigation Is it Right for You ?

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.

Living with Ostomy

Minor and Major Problems Ostomates Face

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

Colostomy

All About Colon Cancer – Choosing the Right Colostomy Products

Colon cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer prevalent in the world. As the name suggests. It often affects older people

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