Your guide to a better life with a stoma
Your guide to a better life with a stoma
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Whether you are expecting to go through ostomy surgery in the future or have years of experience, the support you get through Coloplast Care can help you to continue to live your life your way.
Welcome to Coloplast® Care
Even though life with a stoma isn’t always straightforward, your stoma should never hold you back.
Coloplast Care is a support program for people with a stoma, which offers you a helping hand along with advice and inspiration for your daily life.
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what is a stoma?
What is a urostomy?
If you are unable to pass urine naturally, a possible solution is to create an alternative opening in your body for the urine to be diverted through. This is called a urostomy.
Read moreWhat is a urostomy?
If you are unable to pass urine naturally, a possible solution is to create an alternative opening in your body for the urine to be diverted through. This is called a urostomy.
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what is a stoma?
What is an ileostomy?
If for some reason your large intestine has been removed or if it needs to rest for a period, you will need an artificial opening of the small intestine (an ostomy) for the faeces to pass through. This is called an ileostomy.
Read moreWhat is an ileostomy?
If for some reason your large intestine has been removed or if it needs to rest for a period, you will need an artificial opening of the small intestine (an ostomy) for the faeces to pass through. This is called an ileostomy.
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what is a stoma?
What is a colostomy?
If for some reason your rectum or a lower part of your colon has been removed or if it needs to rest for a period, you will need an artificial opening of the large intestine (an ostomy) for the faeces to pass through. This is called a colostomy.
Read moreWhat is a colostomy?
If for some reason your rectum or a lower part of your colon has been removed or if it needs to rest for a period, you will need an artificial opening of the large intestine (an ostomy) for the faeces to pass through. This is called a colostomy.
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finding the right solution
Finding the right solution
What solution is right for you? We each have unique needs – that is why Coloplast has a range of ostomy products. Find one that fits you and your lifestyle.
Finding the right solution
What solution is right for you? We each have unique needs – that is why Coloplast has a range of ostomy products. Find one that fits you and your lifestyle.
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establishing sound routines
Guide to healthy skin
Apply. Remove. Check. By following this procedure correctly, you will be able to keep the skin around your stoma healthy most of the time.
Read moreGuide to healthy skin
Apply. Remove. Check. By following this procedure correctly, you will be able to keep the skin around your stoma healthy most of the time.
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before surgery
Wendy: An awakening
How Wendy went from never wanting an ostomy bag to almost feeling sorry for people without one.
Read moreWendy: An awakening
How Wendy went from never wanting an ostomy bag to almost feeling sorry for people without one.
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travel
Packing and planning
A short checklist of what to bring and plan for before going on holiday or other trips that will require many hours of travelling in the car, train or plane.
Read morePacking and planning
A short checklist of what to bring and plan for before going on holiday or other trips that will require many hours of travelling in the car, train or plane.
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complications
Colostomy leakage troubleshooter
Experiencing leakage from your ostomy appliance? Ask these questions in order to figure out what may be causing the leakage - and what may be the solution. And if that doesn’t work, never hesitate to consult your Stomal Therapy Nurse.
Read moreColostomy leakage troubleshooter
Experiencing leakage from your ostomy appliance? Ask these questions in order to figure out what may be causing the leakage - and what may be the solution. And if that doesn’t work, never hesitate to consult your Stomal Therapy Nurse.
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Need help finding the right solution?
With the BodyCheck you can identify your body profile in 8 easy steps and get advice on relevant adhesives, bags and accessories.
Read moreNeed help finding the right solution?
With the BodyCheck you can identify your body profile in 8 easy steps and get advice on relevant adhesives, bags and accessories.
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daily life with a stoma
Clive: The first year of living with a stoma
Clive shares his experience of dining out and resuming old hobbies in the first year after his surgery.
Read moreClive: The first year of living with a stoma
Clive shares his experience of dining out and resuming old hobbies in the first year after his surgery.
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complications
Urostomy leakage troubleshooter
Experiencing leakage from your ostomy appliance? Ask these questions in order to figure out what may be causing the leakage - and what may be the solution. And if that doesn’t work, never hesitate to consult your Stomal Therapy Nurse.
Read moreUrostomy leakage troubleshooter
Experiencing leakage from your ostomy appliance? Ask these questions in order to figure out what may be causing the leakage - and what may be the solution. And if that doesn’t work, never hesitate to consult your Stomal Therapy Nurse.
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complications
Ileostomy leakage troubleshooter
Experiencing leakage from your ostomy appliance? Ask these questions in order to figure out what may be causing the leakage - and what may be the solution. And if that doesn't work, never hesitate to consult your Stomal Therapy Nurse.
Read moreIleostomy leakage troubleshooter
Experiencing leakage from your ostomy appliance? Ask these questions in order to figure out what may be causing the leakage - and what may be the solution. And if that doesn't work, never hesitate to consult your Stomal Therapy Nurse.
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