The 2013 Youth Rally is coming up fast - July 15-20, 2013 in Seattle, WA.
http://rally4youth.org/photos.php
You can also help get staffers for the event too! Go to the above website for more information.
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Friday, May 24, 2013
Calling All Young People With An Ostomy - Colostomy, Ileostomy, Urostomy Etc.
The 2013 Youth Rally is quickly approaching and they need help tracking down youth with bowel and bladder diseases including Crohn's, Colitis, Bladder Exstrophy, Hirschsprung's, and Spina Bifida. Young people with diagnoses like these often feel alienated because they
do not know anyone who shares their medical or emotional experiences. This event is educational, fun and promotes and warm and friendly environment for youth affected.
The 2013 Youth Rally is coming up fast - July 15-20, 2013 in Seattle, WA.
http://rally4youth.org/photos.php
You can also help get staffers for the event too! Go to the above website for more information.
The 2013 Youth Rally is coming up fast - July 15-20, 2013 in Seattle, WA.
http://rally4youth.org/photos.php
You can also help get staffers for the event too! Go to the above website for more information.
Friday, May 17, 2013
Hollister Adapt Ostomy Belt - Frequently Asked Questions
What color and sizes of Adapt ostomy belts are available?
Adapt ostomy belts are a discreet, beige color and are available in two sizes:
Stock Number Size
7300 Medium: 23"–43" (58 –109 cm)
7299 Large: 34"–65" (86 –165 cm)
Can I wash my belt?
Yes. Adapt ostomy belts can be hand-washed in cold water with a mild soap, and hung to dry. Gentle care will add longevity to your belt.
How often should I replace my belt?
Adapt ostomy belts are made of elastic and will stretch out with repeated use. Belts should typically be replaced two to three times per year to help ensure their effectiveness. Most people have at least two belts — one to wear, and one for back-up.
Do Adapt ostomy belts contain latex?
Adapt ostomy belts do not contain natural rubber latex.
How tight should I secure the belt?
The proper belt tension is important to keep the pouch secure without excess pressure. With the belt attached, you should be able to easily slide two fingers between the belt and your skin.
Do I have to wear a belt?
No. Wearing a belt is often a matter of personal preference. Some choose to wear a belt all of the time. Some only wear a belt at specific times (e.g., during exercise). Others never wear a belt. Your WOC/ET Nurse may recommend that you wear a belt to help establish more predictable pouching system wear times.
Are there also belts available for children with ostomies?
Yes. Hollister offers a pediatric ostomy belt that is designed to be used with the Pouchkins two-piece pouching system.
Stock Number Size
3774 10"–17" (25 –43 cm)
Adapt ostomy belts are a discreet, beige color and are available in two sizes:
Stock Number Size
7300 Medium: 23"–43" (58 –109 cm)
7299 Large: 34"–65" (86 –165 cm)
Can I wash my belt?
Yes. Adapt ostomy belts can be hand-washed in cold water with a mild soap, and hung to dry. Gentle care will add longevity to your belt.
How often should I replace my belt?
Adapt ostomy belts are made of elastic and will stretch out with repeated use. Belts should typically be replaced two to three times per year to help ensure their effectiveness. Most people have at least two belts — one to wear, and one for back-up.
Do Adapt ostomy belts contain latex?
Adapt ostomy belts do not contain natural rubber latex.
How tight should I secure the belt?
The proper belt tension is important to keep the pouch secure without excess pressure. With the belt attached, you should be able to easily slide two fingers between the belt and your skin.
Do I have to wear a belt?
No. Wearing a belt is often a matter of personal preference. Some choose to wear a belt all of the time. Some only wear a belt at specific times (e.g., during exercise). Others never wear a belt. Your WOC/ET Nurse may recommend that you wear a belt to help establish more predictable pouching system wear times.
Are there also belts available for children with ostomies?
Yes. Hollister offers a pediatric ostomy belt that is designed to be used with the Pouchkins two-piece pouching system.
Stock Number Size
3774 10"–17" (25 –43 cm)
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
ConvaTec Color Match for Ostomy Appliances
You might have noticed that there is another way to tell if your skin barriers or wafers will be compatible with your ostomy bags. Instead of using the flange sizes, you can look at the box they are in and on it will be a color. This color will also be on the box of corresponding skin barriers. This is a general and vague tool because there will be many options if you just go by this method, but at least you can tell if they will at least fit.
SUR-FIT Natura Ostomy Line by Convatec
SUR-FIT Natura Ostomy Line by Convatec
- Brown 1-1/4" flange
- Orange 1-1/2" flange
- Green 1-3/4" flange
- Red 2-1/4" flange
- Blue 2-3/4" flange
- Purple 4" flange
- Grey SMALL
- Green MEDIUM
- Yellow LARGE
- Peach EXTRA LARGE
How To Care For Your Nu-Hope Ostomy Belt
You received your order for a NuHope ostomy support belt and have been wearing it continuously for the last few weeks or even months! It's possible that your new ostomy accessory could be extra stinky with all the perspiration etc it has been exposed to. Don't worry these things are durable and will withstand your daily abuse. In case you'd like to clean it, here are a few tips.
Just toss your belt into the washing machine! Follow the steps below:
Just toss your belt into the washing machine! Follow the steps below:
- Wash on delicate cycle
- Use mild detergent and no bleach
- Warm/Cold Water
- Hang dry
New Website Dedicated To Eakin Cohesive Seals! The Ostomy Ring Used Around the World!
TG Eakin Ltd, the manufacturer of the Eakin Seal, has created a website exclusive to the Eakin Cohesive Seal used by ostomates everywhere. No matter if you have an ileostomy, colostomy or urostomy, this product can provide some benefit. Although not everyone uses this product, and there are excellent alternatives made by competitors (Hollister, Coloplast and Nu-Hope), ConvaTec's Eakin Cohesive Seal is the most popular.
Check out the website today and learn about how the Eakin Cohesive Seal might benefit you!
http://www.eakincohesiveseals.com/
Check out the website today and learn about how the Eakin Cohesive Seal might benefit you! http://www.eakincohesiveseals.com/
Monday, May 6, 2013
ParSorb Ostomy Absorbent - Peack of Mind In a Packet
Attention Ileostomates!
ParSORB Gel Packets can be very useful to you!
Par-SORB is available in three ways:- Jar of 100 packets
- Bulk crystals with scoop
- Travel size, 25 packets
No need to cut the packet open. The film is made of a special water soluble material that dissolves fast as soon as it contacts moisture. Just drop a scoop of crystals or a packet into your ileostomy pouch and forget it! ParSorb will absorb the liquid output in your pouch making it an easy to manage gel so you can sleep through the night, wear slim fitting clothes, or just simply better manage your stoma contents. ParSorb is inexpensive, easy to use, and has a money back guarantee! If you're not satisfied with ParSorb, just call us 1-800-453-8898 and we'll refund your money.
Attention WOC nurses! Do you have ileostomy patients who struggle to with their stoma's output? It can be difficult. An ileostomy runs frequently and has very acidic output that can damage the periostomal skin. It's important to get a great fit with your ostomy appliance and to avoid leakage at all times. That's where Parsorb comes in because it can gelatinize this caustic stomal fluid keeping it at the bottom of the bag thus minimizing chances that it may creep up around the pouch opening.
Try ParSORB Gel Packets today!
Peace of mind in a packet
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