Ostomy Problems – Ostomy Association of Boston https://www.bostonoab.org Disease Information and Prevention Thu, 28 Aug 2025 13:37:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.9.26 https://www.bostonoab.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/cropped-Logo2-3-32x32.png Ostomy Problems – Ostomy Association of Boston https://www.bostonoab.org 32 32 How Often Should an Ostomy Bag Be Emptied? A Comprehensive Guide https://www.bostonoab.org/how-often-should-an-ostomy-bag-be-emptied-2/ https://www.bostonoab.org/how-often-should-an-ostomy-bag-be-emptied-2/#respond Fri, 04 Oct 2024 08:01:26 +0000 https://www.bostonoab.org/?p=1469 Living with an ostomy bag is a significant adjustment, but understanding the ins and outs...

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]]> https://www.bostonoab.org/how-to-change-a-colostomy-bag/feed/ 0 Ostomy Bag vs Colostomy Bag: Understanding the Differences https://www.bostonoab.org/ostomy-bag-vs-colostomy-bag/ https://www.bostonoab.org/ostomy-bag-vs-colostomy-bag/#respond Fri, 05 Apr 2024 04:19:26 +0000 https://www.bostonoab.org/?p=1372 Understanding the nuances between an ostomy bag and a colostomy bag is crucial in medical...

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]]> https://www.bostonoab.org/stoma-prolapse/feed/ 0 Ileostomy Diet Menu: What Foods Can I Eat? https://www.bostonoab.org/ileostomy-diet-menu/ https://www.bostonoab.org/ileostomy-diet-menu/#respond Mon, 12 Jul 2021 10:19:10 +0000 https://www.bostonoab.org/?p=1073 After a stoma surgery, you might be required to make changes in your diet. Your doctor might ask you to opt for soft foods and easy-to-digest meals, just like you would right after dental surgery. Your ileostomy diet menu will depend on factors such as the health of the remaining healthy small intestine and how long it has been since your surgery. Over time, your intestines will adapt to the changes and function well.

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]]> https://www.bostonoab.org/ileostomy-diet-menu/feed/ 0 Top 5 Diet Restrictions For Intussusception In Adults (Ileostomy Aftercare) https://www.bostonoab.org/intussusception-in-adults/ https://www.bostonoab.org/intussusception-in-adults/#respond Fri, 14 Feb 2020 03:01:37 +0000 https://www.bostonoab.org/?p=897 Intussusception in adults is not a common medical illness at this age. Then again, many people can still have complications with their health, all the more for those who have specific food favorites. Hence, a person may have to undergo ileostomy to cure intussusception. During this time, it is hard to do particular tasks, even important ones. Continuous medical and dental attention is also advised, as well. You can click here to book an appointment if you want to have additional dental care during your intussusception recovery period.

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]]> https://www.bostonoab.org/intussusception-in-adults/feed/ 0 Background of Colon Surgery Complications: Understanding Its Value https://www.bostonoab.org/colon-surgery-complications/ https://www.bostonoab.org/colon-surgery-complications/#respond Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:27:55 +0000 https://www.bostonoab.org/?p=868 The last resort for some patients may result in the removal of this organ. Very rarely do people experience surgery failures, thanks to modern medical procedures and equipment today. However, we can’t deny the reality of these accidents. In many surgery complications, it is the goal of different medical organizations and associations to improve. What goes on during a colonoscopy? Why are there colon surgery complications happening?

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]]> https://www.bostonoab.org/colon-surgery-complications/feed/ 0 Medications for ulcerative colitis: How do they work? https://www.bostonoab.org/medications-ulcerative-colitis/ https://www.bostonoab.org/medications-ulcerative-colitis/#respond Tue, 03 Dec 2019 04:01:06 +0000 https://www.bostonoab.org/?p=853 Abdominal pain is a discomfort not everyone can handle gracefully, especially if it is chronic and frequent. Ulcerative colitis, a gastrointestinal disorder that is part of the inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), is one of the many digestive problems that could cause strong and persistent abdominal cramps, chronic diarrhea, and bloody stools. Let us discover if there are medications for ulcerative colitis and if they are there to cure it or to just relieve its symptoms.

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]]> https://www.bostonoab.org/medications-ulcerative-colitis/feed/ 0 Colostomy Reversal https://www.bostonoab.org/colostomy-reversal/ https://www.bostonoab.org/colostomy-reversal/#respond Mon, 24 Jun 2019 00:54:55 +0000 https://www.bostonoab.org/?p=724 In medical procedures, reconnection of the bowel is very much possible through a minor surgery by reversing the Ileostomy or a non-permanent colostomy. It is, however, to be kept in mind that it is not always possible to reverse all the ileostomies or colostomies. You can view website to learn more about ileostomy and colostomy.

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]]> https://www.bostonoab.org/colostomy-reversal/feed/ 0 The Information About Loop Ileostomy https://www.bostonoab.org/loop-ileostomy/ https://www.bostonoab.org/loop-ileostomy/#respond Sun, 19 May 2019 02:50:40 +0000 https://www.bostonoab.org/?p=706 The Loop ileostomy is essentially when the distal loop of ileum is close to the...

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