Having an ileostomy means that stool does not travel the typical intestinal pathway. This affects how stool comes out as well as how the body absorbs important vitamins and minerals. As a result, ...

Proper care for a continent ileostomy (CI) prevents complications such as infection and helps people maintain comfort before and after the procedure. Caring for a CI involves regular drainage, ...

An ostomy bag is an umbrella term for the types of bags that collect waste from surgical openings in your intestines or bladder. A colostomy bag is a type of ostomy bag used to collect stool. Share on ...