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Traveling with an Ostomy

Traveling with an Ostomy

Shield HealthCare's Ostomy Lifestyle Specialist talks about traveling with an ostomy. She gives helpful tips for packing & walks you through, step-by-step.

Laura Cox, LPC
G-Tube Pain

Ask the RD: What Causes G-Tube Pain?

Read our article written by our registered dietitian about what can cause g-tube pain and what can be done to clear the issue up.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Infinity Pump

Tube Feeding: How to Feed Using the Enteralite Infinity Pump

The Enteralite Infinity pump is light, portable and easy to use for those that are tube fed. Follow these steps to get started.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Medication Through a Feeding Tube

How to Safely Administer Medication Through a Feeding Tube

To prevent clogs, adverse reactions, interactions and other related issues when giving medication through a feeding tube, follow these six tips.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS

Ask the RD: What Kind of Water Should I Put Down My Feeding Tube?

The type of water you use, both to flush your feeding tube and for your hydration, depends on your level of health and your personal preferences.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Steps for NG tube Placement

Steps for NG tube Placement

Your child may require a nasogastric tube, or NG tube, if she can’t eat enough food by mouth. Read for steps for NG tube placement.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Can I Use Coke to Unclog My Feeding Tube?

Ask the Registered Dietitian: Can I Use Coke to Unclog My Feeding Tube?

Can I use Coke to unclog my feeding tube? It's not recommended, but find out what is and find a link to video showing how to unclog a feeding tube.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
secure a g-tube

How to Secure a G-tube

Feeding tubes can easily get caught on something and become dislodged, causing pain and discomfort. Here's how to secure a G-tube.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
GERD in infants and children

Tube Feeding: What Do I Do When My Child is Vomiting?

Vomiting can be one of many tube feeding complications. Learn why it may be happening, what you can do to mitigate it, and find tips on when to seek help.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Clean the skin around the stoma

How To Clean the Skin Around the Stoma

People with ostomies need to take special care of the stoma and surrounding skin. See these answers to the most commonly asked questions about stoma care.

Laura Cox, LPC
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Serving Medicare Ostomates Nationwide
Dear Laura, I wear a two piece ostomy bag. I need help with concealing an ostomy bag. When I move around my shirt hikes up and the tip of the bag peeks out from under my shirt.
Tom
Hi Tom, I have a few suggestions that may help!
 
First, I'm wondering if a stealth belt would be a good option for you. This is a black belt that you can conveniently tuck your pouch...