Tag Archive: ostomy fear

Ostomies Can Change Life

Ostomies Can Change Life for the Better

This article is one in a series that make up the transcript of our OstomyLife Roundtable Discussion Webinar. Our webinar was moderated by Laura Cox.

Aimee Sharp
Ostomy Surgery

So You’re Getting Ostomy Surgery …

Laura Cox spoke with three other ostomates about their experience before the had ostomy surgery and to speak about their recovery.

Aimee Sharp

Serving Medicare Ostomates Nationwide
Now that summer is here, may I swim in a pool? If so, will my ostomy bag be affected by chlorine in the water?
CarolAnne
Hi! You may swim in a pool!
 
If your ostomy flange has a waterproof barrier you can go in the pool without any additional products. If your ostomy flange does not have a waterproof barrier...