Ostomy Care with Coloplast

An ostomy, or stoma, is a surgical procedure creating an opening in the body to allow drainage of certain fluids or waste.  Because of the wound created when performing a stoma, there can be many complications as a result.  Without proper care, there could be infections, discomfort, and many other problems.  Coloplast offers many solutions for ostomy care that can keep you safe and comfortable, in spite of this procedure.  There are several common types of stomas that might be required, depending on your particular health condition, and there are many products that can make dealing with it much easier.

Perhaps the most common type of stoma is a colostomy.  A colostomy is a stoma that is performed along the abdomen to allow feces to leave the body when there are problems with the intestines or the colon.  There are several types of colostomies that might be performed: a loop colostomy, an end colostomy, and a double barrel colostomy.  Proper care is important when you have a colostomy, in order to avoid infections.  Coloplast offers a variety of ostomy supplies designed to increase your comfort and make your life easier when you have to life with a stoma.

A urostomy is an ostomy that creates an artificial opening for urine to drain from the body.  Often, a catheter is also used with urostomies, and there are many other supplies needed to improve comfort and safety.  Urostomy bags are required with a urostomy, and Coloplast has a variety of bags and other accessories to make it easier to live with a urostomy.  There is also the possibility of an ileostomy being performed.  An ileostomy involves the small intestine and allows intestinal waste to pass through into a pouch.  This pouch is a special open bag and there are also other appliances needed for comfort with an ileostomy.

Some other types of stomas that might be performed for a variety of conditions are a tracheostomy, a gastrostomy, or a thoracostomy.  Coloplast has products that can improve comfort and security for various stomas, making it easier to live with one.  Although these procedures can be uncomfortable, it is possible to enjoy normal activities with the right products.  The proper bags and appliances are crucial to your comfort and health when an ostomy is a part of your life.  Even though it can be difficult to face living with a colostomy or other stoma, you can find a way to enjoy the activities you love in spite of it.