Do I Have a Parastomal Hernia?
By Robin Glover No need to be alarmed, but if you have an ostomy you already have a hernia! When the surgeon opened your abdominal muscles to pull your intestine […]
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The importance of a proper barrier fit for peristomal skin health
Sponsored by Coloplast Have you ever experienced skin issues under your barrier? While peristomal skin conditions are all too common, many are easily treated – and better yet, avoided – […]
Caring for the Caregiver
By Ellyn Mantell We are at that stage of life where so many in our world are dealing with issues that require care. All are in shellshock! Those who require […]
Sixty Years with an Ostomy
Dabliz had ileostomy surgery in 1962 at Ferguson Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. “After sixty years I have never regretted it, it has allowed me to live a great life,” Dabliz says.
Twists and Turns of J-Pouch Recovery
By Robin Glover The recovery process for a j-pouch is just that. It’s a process. It takes time and patience and is different for everyone. For some, it can be […]
Your Ostomy is Just the Beginning- Part 2
By Makeda Armorer-Wade Who knew that having an ostomy would be such an enlightening journey? I was terrified. But my ostomy was just the beginning of this new experience for […]
A Quick Guide to Urostomy Basics
Have questions about a urostomy? Worried that getting one will change your life dramatically? Terrified of the idea of one and wondering what people will think? By Robin Glover Don’t […]
Barrier considerations to obtain your fit
What is more important: fit, flexibility, stretch capability, or adhesion? If you cannot decide, or there are two or more that are just as important, you are not wrong. Why […]
Holiday Eating with an Ostomy
For people with an ostomy, eating and drinking around the holidays isn’t just a matter of likes and dislikes. Depending on the individual, certain things should be avoided while others can be enjoyed with no issues. The following is a guide to holiday eating (and drinking) with an ostomy.
Having the Guts to Get a Black Belt
Cassandra Kottman’s Story I started Shaolin Kempo Karate back in 2012. I had trained in Shotokan Karate in high school and really wanted to get back into martial arts. […]
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United Ostomy Associations of America
P.O. Box 2293
Biddeford, ME 04005-2293
Call us toll-free at: 1-800-826-0826.
Our Information Line hours are Monday-Friday, 9am to 3pm EST. If you have an emergency, please dial 911 or contact your local medical professional.
Please understand that UOAA is a private, nonprofit, advocacy and informational organization. We are not a medical facility and we do not have medical or legal professionals on staff. Therefore, UOAA does not provide Medical, Mental Health, Insurance or Legal Advice. Visit UOAA Virtual Ostomy Clinic provided by The Wound Company for non-emergency, virtual ostomy support.
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