How did the stoma come to be? Vera SA, leading supplier of ostomy underwear and proud partner of CANSA and The South African Society of Ostomates, takes a look… The first colostomy While stoma procedures date back to as early as 350 BC, official reports state a... Continue reading
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Tag: Ostomy Pouching System
Living with an ostomy is stressful enough without dealing with extra gas, trouble emptying your pouch, or issues with your drainage tube. If you have an ostomy, you may run into some issues now and then. Relax, knowing that many of the problems you’re having... Continue reading
In this blog VERA SA: manufacturers of ostomy underwear – gives readers advice about caring for your stoma. In the last decade, ostomy wearers around the globe have won many small victories, one of which is the victory of choice. Just a few years ago,... Continue reading
Living with an ostomy can be challenging, especially when medical complications creep in. Today we’ll be discussing common ostomy and stoma worries and how to deal with them, so read on... Continue reading
Any type of ostomy injury is a constant concern for ostomates, especially those who participate in sports and activities. Injury is a difficult subject to discuss, but confronting the facts can help you avoid injuries and maintain a high quality of life. Stoma injuries can... Continue reading
It's a fact: Not all ostomy pouching systems are created equally, and you'll probably need to test a few before you find the right one. Continue reading
Let’s debunk these common ostomy misconceptions! It can be challenging to weed through fact and fiction when it comes to all things ostomy. We asked certified ostomy nurses to outline some of the most common myths they hear about living with an ostomy to give... Continue reading