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Surgery

Having surgery can be an extremely daunting experience for you, both from a physical and mental point of view. There is no need to be worried. As is the case with most things, being prepared and knowing what to expect before your operation can be really helpful. In this section, you will find answers to some common questions that many ostomates have about their surgery as well as some useful information and advice.
Diagnosis Read more about the common ways of diagnosing stoma-related illnesses. Before stoma surgery Read more about what you can expect to happen during your stoma surgery. After stoma surgery Read more about steps you can take to return to normality after your surgery. Recovery from stoma surgery Read more about how to ensure a safe and strong recovery following surgery.
Stoma Surgery - What to Take to the Hospital
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Stoma Surgery - What to Take to the Hospital

14th June 2019

So you’ve been given the date of your stoma surgery, you know what hospital it’s at and what time you need to be there, but what do you actually need to take with you? This is a question many people have when they’re going into hospital for stoma surgery, which is why we’ve provided some […]

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Illnesses

Find out more about some of the common causes for a stoma.

Ulcerative colitis Crohn's disease Bowel cancer
Living with a stoma

Practical advice and guidance for day-to-day life with a stoma.

Travelling with a stoma Sex & relationships Pregnancy Mental health Exercise and physical activity Diet and nutrition
Common problems

These are a few of the issues ostomates regularly experience.

Pancaking Irritated skin Diarrhoea Constipation

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