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Issues related to Stoma

Question:  Good morning  ·         I had my surgery September 8 2023 for an ileostomy which needed revisions. I went home the next day ,  ·         I have

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Trouble with Odor

Question:  I use a Hollister system for my Ostomy and have been very happy with it, but for the last couple months I have been

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Bedsores

Question:  Is there any organization that helps with the cost of equipment needed for healing bedsores and helping to take pressure off the sores? Response:

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Peristomal Skin

Question:  My family doctor referred me to a dermatologist who, in turn, said that she does not deal with ostomates. Subsequently I have been unable

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Stoma ring / ileal conduit

Question:  I have had a Urostomy for 14 years and recently was able to treat some minor skin irritations with Coloplast Barrier Wipes. However, a

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Reversal Options

Question:  Hello I have had a temporary ileostomy for over 5 years. 2 years ago surgeons had to remove additional 70 cm of small bowel

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