When should Americans get checked for colorectal cancer?
This is an important topic for us because this serious condition leads many patients to pursue ostomy procedures as a solution. As most people know, identifying cancer in its earliest stages offers you the best opportunity to beat it.
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, so we thought it might be worth the time to discuss dating when you’ve had an ostomy. Many happy and healthy ostomates are still on the dating market, or they want to enjoy a nice date night with their spouse. At either rate, it’s an issue that can cause some anxiety, but only if you don’t prepare.
Are you preparing for an ostomy procedure soon and need a little support?
That’s an easy question to answer, in the affirmative, because it’s a big deal whether you’re about to undergo colostomy, ileostomy, or urostomy. Since there are misperceptions over certain lifestyle items, post-ostomy, we want to shine some light on what to expect. Here are a few FAQs we can answer for you.
One of the best reasons to use MicroSkin ostomy pouches is the versatility of our products. Whether you prefer a one-piece or two-piece pouch system, we can accommodate you with multiple options. This is vital for ostomy patients since no two bodies are the same, nor should anybody be stuck with a “one-size-fits-all” supply structure.
Let’s discuss a few best practices for the proper storage of ostomy supplies. It’s important because you won’t want your pouches to receive damage or struggle to locate something in a jam. Plus, nobody wants to lose these items since they aren’t cheap to replace.
The festive season doesn’t have to be a huge letdown for ostomy patients as long as you take a few extra precautions to protect your stoma. Ostomates face a few certain challenges with holiday feasting, but we’d like to offer you some practical tips to keep you safe, healthy, and happy.
Are you a new ostomy patient in search of ways to enjoy the holidays while taking care of your stoma?
There are certain aspects of the post-ostomy recovery process that carry a bit of a learning curve. Many patients experience an initial struggle with changing ostomy pouches until they get the hang of it. Fortunately, we can help smooth the process with a few helpful tips.
Let’s take some time to review the ways to manage ostomy leaks. We design our MMicroSkin pouches to withstand everyday activities, including rigorous exercise like bicycling, running, and even swimming. Nonetheless, there’s still a potential for ostomy leaks, but we can give you a few pointers on how to either troubleshoot or avoid the problem.