Leaks are the single most demoralizing part of life with an ostomy. They happen at the worst times, in the worst places, and they make you question everything you thought you had figured out. Here is the good news: leaks are not random. They have causes, and once you identify…
Ostomy 101
Clear answers about living with an ostomy, from stoma care and supplies to hernia risk, leaks, blockages and recovery after surgery.
An ostomy blockage is when food, fiber, or scar tissue obstructs the flow of waste through your intestine and out your stoma. Most blockages are partial and resolve at home within hours. Some are complete obstructions that require emergency surgery. Knowing the difference is the single most important thing for…