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Travelling with IBD and a Stoma
Read MoreLet’s get out there! For the majority of people who live with IBD, they have to travel. Either commuting to and from their jobs or taking trips; some will rely…
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Stoma Life – YEAR THREE
Read MoreWhat I’ve Learnt and Achieve in the Last Twelve Months with my Ostomy Year Three with Priscilla has been one of calm in the mist of chaos. I made the gutsy…
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This is Not My First Choice
Read MoreMonday. This morning I ordered my stoma supplies with my delivery company and my prescription with my GP. By next week I’ll be organising and putting away another months worth…
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The Importance of a AUR – Appliance User Review
Read More** Warning: this post contains details about my stoma, it’s appearance and output. If you would not like to read, please stop now ** That ‘aha!’ moment Lately, I’ve been…
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The Digestive System: Part IV – Digestion Myths & Ostomy Misconceptions
Read MoreDigestion Myths & Ostomy Misconceptions Myth: Diarrhoea is a sign of an infection and you should just let it run its course Diarrhoea affects most people from time to time…
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The Digestive System: Part III – IBD Surgery
Read MoreHow does having surgery affect the Digestive System? Types of IBD Bowel Surgery Depending on the location of your IBD and the amount of inflammation that needs operating on, there…
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The Digestive System: Part II – Having IBD
Read MoreHow does having IBD effect the Digestive System? Firstly, what is IBD? Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is an umbrella term for the long term and sometimes chronic digestive conditions in which the…
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The Digestive System: Part I – Anatomy
Read MoreWhat exactly is the ‘Digestive System’? When we say ‘digestive system‘ we are referring to the system within our body which helps us process food. Included this system is the…
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Surviving the Winter with an Ostomy: A Guide
Read MoreWinter time can be a daunting and challenging time when you have an ostomy. Worries can focus around how routines change with the season, what you’ll be able to eat…
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Ostomy Supporting Products – Information
Read MoreDisclaimer: The information in this post is based on product knowledge from product information direct from the manufacturer and also personal use of products within my own stoma care. All…
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Ostomy Supporting Products – Powder
Read MoreDisclaimer: The information in this post is based on product knowledge from product information direct from the manufacturer and also personal use of products within my own stoma care. All…
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Ostomy Supporting Products – Extenders
Read MoreDisclaimer: The information in this post is based on product knowledge from product information direct from the manufacturer and also personal use of products within my own stoma care. All…
