When you get an ostomy, most of the advice you’ll hear is practical. It comes in boxes and routines: bags and baseplates, barrier strips and rings. There’s talk of wear […]| United Ostomy Associations of America
When you have an ostomy, you have to be ready for anything, but It always seems to be fear that holds me back more than my ostomy.| United Ostomy Associations of America
My Ostomy Story Hello! My name is Marcia Benedict. I have a urostomy due to bladder cancer. Facing an ostomy and what life would be after surgery can be overwhelming […] The post Fears, Faux Pas and Fulfillment appeared first on United Ostomy Associations of America.| United Ostomy Associations of America
Stella. Betty Poop. Homer the Stoma. To some, stoma names may seem silly or childish. A stoma is not a pet, after all. Not a car or childhood stuffed animal. […] The post Why do some people with ostomies name their stoma? appeared first on United Ostomy Associations of America.| United Ostomy Associations of America
Since its inception 20 Years ago United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc (UOAA) has supported and welcomed members living with a urostomy (ileal conduit) or urinary diversion as a result […] The post UOAA is Here for Bladder Cancer Survivors appeared first on United Ostomy Associations of America.| United Ostomy Associations of America