How to Prevent Excess Gas Accumulating in Your Ostomy Pouch?

Posted on Sep 08, 2018 by Hunaid Germanwala

Ostomates often have issues with accumulation of gas in their ostomy pouch. Passing gas and farting with ostomy can be embarrassing. Consider the fact that a human passes gas upto 14 times a day. Fortunately it is possible to escape from such awkward moments by employing proper appliances and adopting healthy lifestyle.

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8 Travel Tips For Ostomates

Posted on Aug 25, 2018 by Anushree Kothari

Having an ostomy should not stop you from traveling anywhere in the world. At first, you might be reluctant to travel with a stoma. You might be worried about falling short of ostomy supplies, not finding a proper place to change the ostomy pouch, or facing an embarrassing situation during your journey. The solution to all these worries is planning, so plan accordingly.

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Fitness and Exercise with an Ostomy

Posted on Jun 10, 2016 by Ayush Henry

Exercise is necessary to maintain healthy lifestyle and avoid weight gain. But for someone with an ostomy, it also helps to prevent developing parastomal hernias. One of the greatest benefits of exercise is the ‘feel good’ factor. It will not only boost your confidence but also the ability to cope with your stoma and quality of life.

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